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31 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Alnwick · updated daily · Northumberland County Council

Planning in Alnwick

Approved
79%
69 of 77 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Alnwick

Postcode districts

NE66 297 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Northumberland County Council

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About Alnwick

Alnwick, the traditional county town of Northumberland, is a historic market town with a population of 8,430 as recorded in the 2021 Census. Known for its rich heritage and vibrant community, Alnwick presents various planning opportunities and developments that may be of interest to researchers and stakeholders in the area. The town has a population of approximately 8,583 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Northumberland district.

Property prices in Alnwick show an average sale price of £294,561, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Alnwick 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 (September 2026). This makes Alnwick 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, Alnwick 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 Alnwick, 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, 121 planning applications were submitted near Alnwick. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (11), listed building and heritage (10), tree works (8).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Alnwick?
In the last 24 months, 121 planning applications were submitted near Alnwick. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Alnwick?
The average planning decision time near Alnwick is 51 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 Alnwick?
The planning approval rate near Alnwick is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Alnwick?
The most common type of planning application near Alnwick is discharge of conditions, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Alnwick?
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