What types of planning applications are most common near Cresswell?

The most common type of planning application near Cresswell is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Cresswell, Northumberland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cresswell, Northumberland.

Northumberland · England · settlement

Planning applications in Cresswell are administered by Northumberland County Council. View the full Northumberland County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Cresswell

Cresswell, a picturesque village in Northumberland, England, is located approximately 4 miles (6 km) north of Ashington along the scenic North Sea coast. Its coastal setting and proximity to larger towns make it a noteworthy area for those researching planning applications and developments in the region.

Population: 214 (2021)

District: Northumberland

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Area Information

Admin district: Northumberland
Parliamentary constituency: North Northumberland
LSOA: Northumberland 016F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cresswell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cresswell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Cresswell.

- Red Gables Cresswell Morpeth Northumberland NE61 5JU
Variation of conditions 1 (approved plans) and 2 (materials) on approved application 25/04400/VARYCO for revision of east elevation facing materials to anthracite cladding to first floor and chalk whi
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2026-05-22
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26/01831/VARYCO · Received: Fri 22 May 2026 · Validated: Fri 22 May 2026 - Red Gables Cresswell Morpeth Northumberland NE61 5JU
Variation of conditions 1 (approved plans) and 2 (materials) on approved application 25/04400/VARYCO for revision of east elevation facing materials to anthracite cladding to first floor and chalk whi
Status: Undecided | Council: Northumberland | Date: 2026-05-22
- Field At The Drift Cafe The Drift Cresswell Morpeth Northumberland
Temporary campsite under 60 day rule: 11/6/26 - 19/7/26 and 17/8/26 - 7/9/26
Status: Undecided | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2026-05-06
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- East Of Golden Sands Cresswell Dunes Beach Road Cresswell Northumberland
Discharge of condition 1 (Biodiversity Gain) and 4 (LEMP) on approved planning application 25/03122/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2026-03-24
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- Manor House Cresswell Morpeth Northumberland NE61 5LE
Non Material Amendment (Minor alterations to the front elevation of the stable building to improve the design) on approved application 24/04394/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2026-02-17
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- 2 Garden Cottage Cresswell Morpeth Northumberland NE61 5JU
Erection of 1 no. self-build dwellinghouse (C3 Use)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2023-11-24
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A brief summary of Cresswell in Northumberland

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Cresswell includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cresswell and Newbiggin Shores SSSI, Cresswell Ponds SSSI, Northumberland Shore SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Northumberland Marine, Northumbria Coast; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Northumbria Coast. 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 Cresswell

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Cresswell.

The most common application types near Cresswell were discharge of conditions (2), amendments (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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