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Planning in Clara Vale

Approved
85%
11 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Clara Vale in the last 24 months, from Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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About Clara Vale

Clara Vale is a picturesque village located on the south bank of the River Tyne in Tyne and Wear, England. Originally an independent settlement in County Durham, it joined the Metropolitan Borough of Gateshead in 1974 with the formation of the metropolitan county of Tyne and Wear. Its unique history and geographical position may influence planning applications and developments in the area.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Clara Vale a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Clara Vale 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 Clara Vale, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Clara Vale. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 100 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), outline applications (2), tree works (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Clara Vale?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Clara Vale. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Clara Vale?
The average planning decision time near Clara Vale is 100 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 Clara Vale?
The planning approval rate near Clara Vale is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Clara Vale?
The most common type of planning application near Clara Vale is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Clara Vale?
You can search and track planning applications near Clara Vale on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.