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Planning in Blakelaw

Approved
81%
17 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Blakelaw

Postcode districts

NE5 72 applications in the last 12 monthsNE4 140 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 Blakelaw

Blakelaw is an electoral ward located in the northern part of Newcastle upon Tyne, North East England, with a population of 11,186, accounting for 4.6% of the city's total. The area has a car ownership rate of 50.6%, slightly below the city average of 54.7%. As of the 2011 Census, the average house price in Blakelaw is £114,000, making it a noteworthy consideration for those researching planning applications in the region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Blakelaw 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 Blakelaw 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, Blakelaw 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 Blakelaw, 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, 34 planning applications were submitted near Blakelaw. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), amendments (3), outline applications (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Blakelaw?
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Blakelaw. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Blakelaw?
The average planning decision time near Blakelaw is 61 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 Blakelaw?
The planning approval rate near Blakelaw is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Blakelaw?
The most common type of planning application near Blakelaw is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Blakelaw?
You can search and track planning applications near Blakelaw on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.