How long do planning decisions take near Biddick?

The average planning decision time near Biddick is 45 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 Biddick?

The planning approval rate near Biddick is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Biddick?

The most common type of planning application near Biddick is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Biddick?

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Biddick, Tyne and Wear Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Biddick, Tyne and Wear.

Tyne and Wear · England · settlement

Planning applications in Biddick are administered by Sunderland City Council. View the full Sunderland City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Biddick

Washington, located in the Sunderland district of Tyne and Wear, England, has a rich historical background as part of County Durham and is notable for being the ancestral home of the Washington family, ancestors of George Washington, the first President of the United States. With a population of 67,085, the town presents a dynamic landscape for planning applications, reflecting both its historical significance and contemporary community needs.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £165,533 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Sunderland
Parliamentary constituency: Washington and Gateshead South
LSOA: Sunderland 017E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Biddick.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Biddick.

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 Biddick based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Biddick.

- Land North And West Of Washington Leisure Centre Washington Town Centre Washington NE38 7SS
Discharge of condition 15 (Delivery and Servicing Plan) attached to 23/01839/FUL.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Sunderland | Date: 2024-05-15
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- Biddick Academy Biddick Lane Fatfield Washington NE38 8AL
Change of use of former caretakers bungalow (Class C3) to provide teaching classrooms, meeting rooms and accessible toilet facilities (Class F1). Erection of 2.1m boundary fence and access gate.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sunderland | Date: 2024-04-26
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- Land North And West Of Washington Leisure Centre Washington Town Centre Washington NE38 7SS
Discharge of condition 6 (Ground investigation and Risk Assessment) attached to planning application 23/01839/FUL - Part 1 of 2
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Sunderland | Date: 2024-04-24
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- Land North And West Of Washington Leisure Centre Washington Town Centre Washington NE38 7SS
Discharge of condition 7 (Detailed Remediation Scheme) attached to planning application 23/01839/FUL - Part 2 of 2
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Sunderland | Date: 2024-04-24
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- 3 Buckland Close Biddick Washington NE38 7HG
Reserved matters application for access, appearance, landscaping, layout, and scale, following outline approval 20/02436/OUT for the erection of 3no. dwellings
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Sunderland | Date: 2024-03-15
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- 3 Buckland Close Biddick Washington NE38 7HG
Reserved matters application for access, appearance, landscaping, layout, and scale, following outline approval 20/02436/OUT for the erection of 3no. dwellings
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Sunderland | Date: 2024-01-31
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- 3 Cooks Wood Washington NE38 7EU
Discharge of condition 3 (Tree Replanting) attached to planning application 23/02332/TPA
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Sunderland | Date: 2024-01-25
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A brief summary of Biddick in Tyne and Wear

Property prices in Biddick show an average sale price of £165,533, 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 Biddick a particularly low-crime area.

Biddick has one conservation area within its boundaries: Washington Village. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Biddick

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Biddick. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Biddick.

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Biddick were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2), amendments (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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