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Planning in Chollerford

Approved
89%
16 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Chollerford

Chollerford is a village located in Northumberland, England, roughly four miles north of Hexham along the B6318, known as the Military Road, and in proximity to Hadrian's Wall. The village features a roundabout at the intersection of the B6318 and B6320, with the traffic light-controlled Chollerford Bridge spanning the River North Tyne. Additionally, The George Hotel is situated beside the river, making it a notable landmark in the area. It sits within the Humshaugh district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chollerford 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 Chollerford, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Chollerford. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (4), tree works (3), full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chollerford?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Chollerford. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chollerford?
The average planning decision time near Chollerford is 51 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 Chollerford?
The planning approval rate near Chollerford is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chollerford?
The most common type of planning application near Chollerford is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chollerford?
You can search and track planning applications near Chollerford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.