How long do planning decisions take near Coalburns?

The average planning decision time near Coalburns is 106 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 Coalburns?

The planning approval rate near Coalburns is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Coalburns?

The most common type of planning application near Coalburns is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Coalburns?

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Coalburns, Tyne and Wear Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Coalburns, Tyne and Wear.

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Planning applications in Coalburns are administered by Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Coalburns

Greenside is a village located in the western part of Tyne and Wear, England. Originally an independent settlement in County Durham, it was incorporated into Tyne and Wear in 1974 and later became part of the Metropolitan Borough of Gateshead in 1986. This historical transition may influence planning applications and development initiatives in the area, reflecting its evolving administrative identity.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £197,453 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Gateshead
Parliamentary constituency: Blaydon and Consett
LSOA: Gateshead 001D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Coalburns.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Coalburns.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Coalburns based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Coalburns in Tyne and Wear

Property prices in Coalburns show an average sale price of £197,453, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Coalburns a particularly low-crime area.

Coalburns has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Coalburns includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Coalburns

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Coalburns. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 106 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Coalburns may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 106 days, decisions near Coalburns take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Coalburns were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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