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Planning in Crookhill

Approved
90%
19 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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Around Crookhill

Postcode districts

NE40 72 applications in the last 12 monthsNE21 60 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Crookhill

Crookhill, located in Ryton, Tyne and Wear, is a residential area primarily developed to house workers from the National Coal Board. Situated approximately 6 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne, it features original terraced housing that reflects its industrial heritage, making it a noteworthy location for those researching planning applications or development opportunities in the region.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Crookhill 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 Crookhill, 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, 34 planning applications were submitted near Crookhill. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), tree works (4), outline applications (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Crookhill?
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Crookhill. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Crookhill?
The average planning decision time near Crookhill is 87 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 Crookhill?
The planning approval rate near Crookhill is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Crookhill?
The most common type of planning application near Crookhill is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Crookhill?
You can search and track planning applications near Crookhill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.