Acomb, Northumberland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Acomb, Northumberland.

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About Acomb

Acomb is a village located in south Northumberland, England, with a population that grew from 1,184 in 2001 to 1,268 in 2011. Positioned north of Hexham, it lies near the junction of the A69 and A6079 roads, making it easily accessible. The name Acomb, derived from the Anglo-Saxon term for "at the oak trees," reflects the area's historical roots.

Population: 1,297 (2021)

District: Northumberland

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Area Information

• Admin district: Northumberland
• Parliamentary constituency: Hexham
• LSOA: Northumberland 035A

Crime Statistics

4 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

• anti-social-behaviour: 2
• drugs: 1
• public-order: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Acomb.

Keyword Scorecard

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

• 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 Acomb based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Acomb.

1. - Town Foot Farm Main Street Acomb Northumberland NE46 4PT
   Certificate of Lawful Development - Proposed development for a Garden Studio
   Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2026-03-13
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2. - (Rutherford) The Green Acomb Hexham Northumberland NE46 4PH
   Variation of conditions 2 (approved plans) and 3 (materials) on approved application 25/02262/FUL to allow slight updates to internal layout, minor changes to fenestration and proposed material palett
   Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2026-02-09
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3. - Acomb High House The Green Acomb Northumberland NE46 4PH
   Tree in a Conservation Area - T 1, T2 lime trees height of crown raise approx 6 metres
   Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2024-08-21
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A brief summary of Acomb in Northumberland

Acomb is a village located in south Northumberland, England, with a population that grew from 1,184 in 2001 to 1,268 in 2011. Positioned north of Hexham, it lies near the junction of the A69 and A6079 roads, making it easily accessible. The name Acomb, derived from the Anglo-Saxon term for "at the oak trees," reflects the area's historical roots. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,297 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Northumberland district.

Neighbourhood safety in Acomb is generally good, with just 4 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Acomb has one conservation area within its boundaries: Acomb. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Acomb includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Fallowfield Mine SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Acomb

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Acomb.

The most common application types near Acomb were outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

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