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Planning in Bebside

Approved
81%
13 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Bebside

Bebside is a village located to the west of Blyth in Northumberland, now part of the parish of Blyth. Once a mining village with operations from 1858 to 1926, Bebside has a rich industrial history. The area was served by a railway station from 1850 until 1964, with a new Blyth Bebside railway station opening in 2025, enhancing connectivity for future development and planning opportunities. In 1911, the population was recorded at just 58, reflecting its small community atmosphere. It sits within the Blyth district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bebside 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 Bebside a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bebside has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bebside 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 Bebside, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Bebside. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), amendments (1).

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 Bebside?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Bebside. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bebside?
The average planning decision time near Bebside is 47 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 Bebside?
The planning approval rate near Bebside is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bebside?
The most common type of planning application near Bebside is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bebside?
You can search and track planning applications near Bebside on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.