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Planning in Woodham

Only 2 decisions near Woodham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Woodham in the last 24 months, from Durham County Council's planning register.

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About Woodham

Woodham, located in County Durham, is part of the town of Newton Aycliffe, which was established in 1947 as the oldest new town in northern England under the New Towns Act of 1946. Situated 5 miles north of Darlington and 10 miles south of Durham, Woodham contributes to the civil parish of Great Aycliffe, which also includes Aycliffe Village and School Aycliffe. As of the 2021 census, the population of Newton Aycliffe was recorded at 26,415, making it a significant area for planning applications and development opportunities. It sits within the Great Aycliffe district.

Property prices in Woodham show an average sale price of £175,191, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Woodham area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Woodham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Woodham planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Woodham, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Woodham.

The most common types were full planning applications (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Woodham?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Woodham.
What types of planning applications are most common near Woodham?
The most common type of planning application near Woodham is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Woodham?
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