How many planning applications has North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council received?

North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council received 1,311 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 91%.

How long does North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council take to decide planning applications?

North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council takes an average of 50 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council?

North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council approves 91% of planning applications. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How do I object to a planning application in North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council?

To object to a North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council planning application, you must submit your representation to North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council during the public consultation period — typically 21 days from the date the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows you the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council planning portal where objections can be submitted.

North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council Planning Applications

Q: How do I search North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications?

You can search North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications by postcode on Planning Signal. Enter any postcode in the North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council area to see all nearby applications, filter by type, and track decisions in real time.

Q: Can I appeal a North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council planning decision?

Yes. If North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 189 appeals were lodged against North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 27% success rate.

Search and explore North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications. Planning Signal is your free alternative to the North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council planning portal — search all recent applications, track decisions, and get alerts on new developments in the area.

Region: North East

About North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council

North Tyneside Council, the local authority for the metropolitan borough of North Tyneside in Tyne and Wear, England, oversees the majority of local government services in the area. Since 2024, it has been a member of the North East Combined Authority, contributing to regional development and planning initiatives. For those researching planning applications, understanding the council's role and services is essential for navigating local regulations and requirements.

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council mention key planning constraints like heritage, flood risk, and environmental concerns
Council Boundary Map - Interactive map showing the council boundary and application locations
Full Details - View complete application details, dates and decision status

Council Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £164,319 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Gateshead
Parliamentary constituency: Blaydon and Consett
LSOA: Gateshead 004E

Crime Statistics

98 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 28
shoplifting: 20
violent-crime: 17
criminal-damage-arson: 10
other-theft: 7
vehicle-crime: 6
public-order: 5
other-crime: 3
bicycle-theft: 1
burglary: 1

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council.

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 North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council

278 towns and villages. Click any town to search for planning applications nearby.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council area.

Monitoring Stations

8 flood monitoring stations near North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council.

Woolsington (Ouse Burn)
Tanfield (River Team)
Stamfordham (River Pont)
Crag Hall (Ouse Burn)
Blackhall Mill (River Derwent)
Rowlands Gill (River Derwent)
Gosforth (Ouse Burn)
Team Valley (River Team)

A brief summary of North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council

The average property sale price in the North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council area is £164,319, based on 50 recent transactions.

The North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council area recorded 98 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council area includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Thornley Wood SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

The council area encompasses 278 towns and villages, including Blaydon, Gateshead, Hebburn, Hetton-Le-Hole, Houghton-Le-Spring and Jarrow. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council Planning Applications

Planning Signal provides a free, fast planning search for North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council. Use the postcode search above to find planning applications near any address in the North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council area. Unlike the official North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council planning portal, Planning Signal lets you save searches, watch individual applications, and receive email alerts when decisions are made or new applications are submitted nearby.

Whether you're a resident checking North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications near your home, a homeowner tracking your own application, or a property professional monitoring the local market, Planning Signal gives you the tools to stay informed about planning and development across North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 1,311 planning applications North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council received. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment in North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types in North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council were full planning applications (416), outline applications (168), tree works (116). Full planning applications account for 32% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 30 large-scale (major) developments, 110 medium-scale applications, 961 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

189 planning appeals were lodged against North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council decisions, of which 47 were allowed and 127 were dismissed (27% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 618 applications
Refused: 54 applications
Withdrawn: 8 applications
Awaiting decision: 629 applications

Related Planning Guides

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What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.