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Planning in Bell's Close

Approved
88%
14 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bell's Close in the last 24 months, from Newcastle upon Tyne City Council's planning register.

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Around Bell's Close

Postcode districts

NE15 133 applications in the last 12 monthsNE21 60 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Newcastle upon Tyne City Council

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About Bell's Close

Bell's Close is a settlement located in Tyne and Wear, England.

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

The area around Bell's Close has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bell's Close 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 Bell's Close, 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, 27 planning applications were submitted near Bell's Close. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 83 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), advertising consent (2), outline applications (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 Bell's Close?
In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Bell's Close. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bell's Close?
The average planning decision time near Bell's Close is 83 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 Bell's Close?
The planning approval rate near Bell's Close is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bell's Close?
The most common type of planning application near Bell's Close is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bell's Close?
You can search and track planning applications near Bell's Close on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.