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Planning in Blyth

Approved
85%
52 of 58 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Blyth

Blyth is an industrial port town and civil parish located on the southeast coast of Northumberland, England, south of the River Blyth. With a population of 39,731 as of the 2021 census, reflecting a 6% increase since 2011, Blyth offers a dynamic environment for planning applications, particularly in industrial and coastal development. The town has a population of approximately 39,769 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Northumberland district.

Property prices in Blyth show an average sale price of £171,754, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Blyth 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 Blyth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Blyth has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Blyth 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Blyth, 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, 79 planning applications were submitted near Blyth. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (13), full planning applications (4), outline applications (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Blyth?
In the last 24 months, 79 planning applications were submitted near Blyth. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Blyth?
The average planning decision time near Blyth is 59 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 Blyth?
The planning approval rate near Blyth is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Blyth?
The most common type of planning application near Blyth is discharge of conditions, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Blyth?
You can search and track planning applications near Blyth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.