How long do planning decisions take near Woodham?

The average planning decision time near Woodham is 98 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Woodham?

The planning approval rate near Woodham is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

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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Woodham, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woodham, County Durham.

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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.

District: Great Aycliffe

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Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: Newton Aycliffe and Spennymoor
LSOA: County Durham 061D

Crime Statistics

105 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 43
anti-social-behaviour: 23
shoplifting: 13
public-order: 10
criminal-damage-arson: 8
other-crime: 3
other-theft: 2
drugs: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1
robbery: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Woodham.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Woodham.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Woodham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Woodham.

- 16 Hickstead Rise Newton Aycliffe DL5 4TP
Prior Notification for installation of solar polar panels on south-east roof slope
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2023-03-02
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A brief summary of Woodham in County Durham

The Woodham area recorded 105 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

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Planning Activity in Woodham

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Woodham. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 98 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Woodham.

With an average of 98 days, decisions near Woodham take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Woodham were full planning applications (6), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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