Alnham, Northumberland Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Alnham, Northumberland.
Northumberland · England · settlement
Planning applications in Alnham are administered by Northumberland County Council. View the full Northumberland County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Alnham
Alnham is a picturesque hamlet and civil parish in Northumberland, located approximately 14 miles west of Alnwick and just 6 miles from the Scottish border. Nestled at the foot of the Cheviot Hills, the village is characterized by its sloping terrain and the meandering River Aln, which flows eastward through the area. With a population of about 245 as of the 2011 Census, Alnham's layout is influenced by its proximity to the river, making it a unique spot for planning considerations in the region.
Population: 110 (2021)
District: Northumberland
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Area Information
- Admin district: Northumberland
- Parliamentary constituency: North Northumberland
- LSOA: Northumberland 004D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-04.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Alnham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Alnham.
- 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 Alnham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
38 planning applications found near Alnham.
- - Blacksmiths Cottage, Alnham, Main Road, Alnham, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 4TN
Neighbouring Authority 25/02483/FUL - Change of use of dwellinghouse (C3) to a residential institution (C2)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Northumberland (Park) | Date: 2025-07-23
View full details - - Hill Top Cottage, Alnham Main Road, Alnham, Northumberland, NE66 4TN
Neighbouring Authority Consultation - 24/00207/FUL - Demolition of conservatory and construction of two-storey extension, first floor extension with ground floor open porch and 1no dormer window
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Northumberland (Park) | Date: 2024-01-24
View full details - - Hill Top Cottage Alnham Main Road Alnham Northumberland NE66 4TN
Demolition of conservatory and construction of two-storey extension, first floor extension with ground floor open porch and 1no dormer window.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2024-01-23
View full details - - Blacksmiths Cottage Alnham Main Road Alnham Northumberland NE66 4TN
Non Material Amendment (omission of extending the pitched roof of existing porch where porch has been extended to form a larder and provision of a flat roof over the larder extension) on approved appl
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2023-10-31
View full details - - Hill Top Cottage, Alnham, Main Road, Alnham, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 4TN
Neighbouring Authority Consultation - 23/03785/FUL - Demolition of detached timber framed stables. Construction of single storey two-bed timber framed holiday letting unit. Demolition of conservatory
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Northumberland (Park) | Date: 2023-10-16
View full details - - Hill Top Cottage Alnham Main Road Alnham Alnwick Northumberland NE66 4TN
Demolition of detached timber framed stables. Construction of single storey two-bed timber framed holiday letting unit. Demolition of conservatory and construction of two-storey extension. Constructio
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2023-10-10
View full details - - Pennylaws Alnham Main Road Alnham Alnwick Northumberland NE66 4TL
Conversion of existing garage and domestic outbuilding to habitable accommodation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2023-06-05
View full details - - Hill Top Cottage, Alnham, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 4TN
Neighbouring Authority Consultation - 22/04679/FUL - Demolition of detached timber framed stables; Construction of single storey two-bed timber framed holiday letting unit; Demolition of conservatory
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Northumberland (Park) | Date: 2022-12-22
View full details - - Land West Of Alnham House Alnham Main Road Alnham Northumberland NE66 4TJ
Prior notification for portal frame agricultural building
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2022-07-04
View full details - - The Memorial Hall, Alnham Main Road, Alnham, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 4TN
Neighbouring Authority Consultation 21/03751/FUL - Construction of single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Northumberland (Park) | Date: 2021-09-29
View full details - - The Memorial Hall Alnham Main Road Alnham Alnwick Northumberland NE66 4TN
Construction of single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2021-09-23
View full details - - Blacksmiths Cottage, Alnham Main Road, Alnham, NE66 4TN
Neighbouring Authority Consultation (20/03113/FUL) in respect of - Proposed single storey rear extension to living room and bedroom
Status: Permitted | Council: Northumberland (Park) | Date: 2020-10-14
View full details - - Blacksmiths Cottage Alnham Main Road Alnham NE66 4TN
Proposed single storey rear extension to living room and bedroom
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2020-09-23
View full details - - Denecroft Cottage, Alnham Main Road, Alnham, NE66 4TN
Neighbouring Authority Consultation - Conversion of existing store into home office with ancillary shower room, storage and mezzanine storage
Status: Conditions | Council: Northumberland (Park) | Date: 2020-07-29
View full details - - Denecroft Cottage Alnham Main Road Alnham NE66 4TN
Conversion of existing store into home office with ancillary shower room, storage and mezzanine storage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2020-07-20
View full details - - PCO PCO1 Alnham Alnwick NE66 4TN
Proposal to remove phone box 01669630227
Status: Permitted | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2020-06-30
View full details - - Alnham Alnwick NE66 4TN
Proposal to remove phone box 01669630227
Status: Permitted | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2019-08-20
View full details - - Blacksmiths Cottage, Alnham, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 4TN
Neighbouring Authority Consultation - Proposed extension to existing porch. Proposed extension to form en suite. Demolition of existing car port and construction of new double garage
Status: Permitted | Council: Northumberland (Park) | Date: 2017-10-23
View full details - - Blacksmiths Cottage Alnham Main Road Alnham NE66 4TN
Proposed extension to existing porch. Proposed extension to form en-suite. Demolition of existing car port and construction of new double garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2017-10-17
View full details - - Havannah Cottage, Alnham Main Road, Alnham, Northumberland, NE66 4TJ
Neighbouring Authority Consultation - Extension to dwelling and erection of a detached double garage
Status: Permitted | Council: Northumberland (Park) | Date: 2016-04-26
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A brief summary of Alnham in Northumberland
Alnham is a picturesque hamlet and civil parish in Northumberland, located approximately 14 miles west of Alnwick and just 6 miles from the Scottish border. Nestled at the foot of the Cheviot Hills, the village is characterized by its sloping terrain and the meandering River Aln, which flows eastward through the area. With a population of about 245 as of the 2011 Census, Alnham's layout is influenced by its proximity to the river, making it a unique spot for planning considerations in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 110 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Northumberland district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Alnham a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Alnham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Coquet and Coquet Valley Woodlands SSSI; 1 National Parks: NORTHUMBERLAND. 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 Alnham
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Alnham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 5 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Alnham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 5 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Alnham were amendments (1).
3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).
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