Alwinton, Northumberland Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Alwinton, Northumberland.
Northumberland · England · settlement
About Alwinton
Alwinton is a village in Northumberland, England, situated near the River Alwin, from which it derives its name, meaning "farm on the River Alwin." This charming settlement, once a parish, offers a unique blend of rural character and historical significance, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications and developments in the area.
Population: 91 (2021)
District: Northumberland
Website: http://www.alwintonparish.co.uk/index.html
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £252,402 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Northumberland
- Parliamentary constituency: North Northumberland
- LSOA: Northumberland 007A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Alwinton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Alwinton.
- 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 Alwinton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Alwinton.
- - Land to the rear of Hosedon House, Alwinton, Northumberland, NE65 7BH
Application for Prior Approval - Construction of an agricultural building for machinery and feed storage
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Northumberland (Park) | Date: 2025-10-01
View full details - - Plot 3, Land south of Gallow Law, Gallow Law, Alwinton, Northumberland, NE65 7BQ
Non material amendment to planning permission 23NP0054 (Solar Panels) - Proposed new dwelling with variations from the original approved dwelling under planning reference 21NP0016
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Northumberland (Park) | Date: 2024-08-30
View full details - - Rose And Thistle, Alwinton, Northumberland, NE65 7BQ
Change of use from public house manager's accommodation to holiday let
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Northumberland (Park) | Date: 2024-01-24
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A brief summary of Alwinton in Northumberland
Alwinton is a village in Northumberland, England, situated near the River Alwin, from which it derives its name, meaning "farm on the River Alwin." This charming settlement, once a parish, offers a unique blend of rural character and historical significance, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications and developments in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 91 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Northumberland district.
Property prices in Alwinton show an average sale price of £252,402, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Alwinton a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Alwinton includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Coquet and Coquet Valley Woodlands SSSI, Harbottle Moors SSSI, Barrow Meadow SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Harbottle Moors; 1 National Parks: NORTHUMBERLAND. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Alwinton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.alwintonparish.co.uk/index.html. 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.
Planning Activity in Alwinton
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Alwinton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Alwinton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Alwinton were outline applications (1), amendments (1).
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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.