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Planning in Beacon Lough

Approved
94%
15 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Beacon Lough in the last 24 months, from Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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About Beacon Lough

Beacon Lough is a settlement located in Tyne and Wear, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Beacon Lough 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 Beacon Lough 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, Beacon Lough 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Beacon Lough, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Beacon Lough. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Beacon Lough?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Beacon Lough. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Beacon Lough?
The average planning decision time near Beacon Lough is 55 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 Beacon Lough?
The planning approval rate near Beacon Lough is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Beacon Lough?
The most common type of planning application near Beacon Lough is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Beacon Lough?
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