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Planning in Carley Hill

Approved
90%
9 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Carley Hill in the last 24 months, from Sunderland City Council's planning register.

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Around Carley Hill

Postcode districts

SR5 63 applications in the last 12 monthsSR1 82 applications in the last 12 monthsSR6 88 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Sunderland City Council

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About Carley Hill

Carley Hill is a suburban area located in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, in North East England. This residential community offers a mix of housing options and is situated within close proximity to Sunderland city centre, making it an attractive location for planning applications related to both residential and commercial developments.

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

The area around Carley Hill has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Carley Hill 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 Carley Hill, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Carley Hill. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Carley Hill?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Carley Hill. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Carley Hill?
The average planning decision time near Carley Hill is 36 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 Carley Hill?
The planning approval rate near Carley Hill is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Carley Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Carley Hill is discharge of conditions, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Carley Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Carley Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.