How long do planning decisions take near Bill Quay?

The average planning decision time near Bill Quay is 68 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 Bill Quay?

The planning approval rate near Bill Quay is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bill Quay?

The most common type of planning application near Bill Quay is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bill Quay?

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Bill Quay, Tyne and Wear Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bill Quay, Tyne and Wear.

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About Bill Quay

Bill Quay is a residential area in Gateshead, situated approximately 4 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne. As part of the Heworth and Pelaw ward, it had a population of around 9,100 according to the 2011 Census. Its proximity to major cities like Sunderland and Durham makes it a notable location for planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £177,664 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Gateshead
Parliamentary constituency: Jarrow and Gateshead East
LSOA: Gateshead 015D

Crime Statistics

135 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 41
anti-social-behaviour: 30
criminal-damage-arson: 17
public-order: 14
burglary: 7
other-theft: 6
vehicle-crime: 6
shoplifting: 5
other-crime: 4
drugs: 3
robbery: 1
theft-from-the-person: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bill Quay.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bill Quay based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Bill Quay.

- 14 Morven Drive Felling NE10 0TW
Retrospective permission for a single storey side and rear extension with part pitched/part flat roof (Previously approved under DC/23/00984/HHA) and proposed raised decking to the side and rear with
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Gateshead | Date: 2024-07-11
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- 36 Marian Drive Felling NE10 0TL
Replace existing decking with raised terrace area and associated access steps. Blockwork walls to either boundary to the same height as existing fencing. Existing boundary fencing reinstated to cover
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Gateshead | Date: 2024-06-13
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A brief summary of Bill Quay in Tyne and Wear

Property prices in Bill Quay show an average sale price of £177,664, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Bill Quay area recorded 135 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Bill Quay has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Bill Quay

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Bill Quay. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Bill Quay maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

At 68 days on average, decisions near Bill Quay slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Bill Quay were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 3 medium-scale applications, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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