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Planning in Doxford Park

Only 6 decisions near Doxford Park in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Doxford Park in the last 24 months, from Sunderland City Council's planning register.

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About Doxford Park

Doxford Park is a suburb located to the south-west of Sunderland city centre in Tyne and Wear. Developed in the 1960s from historical agrarian land and a manor, it has since transformed into a modern housing estate. The area is strategically positioned near the A19 and is home to Doxford International Business Park, one of the largest business districts in the city, making it a key location for potential planning applications.

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

The area around Doxford Park has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Doxford Park 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 Doxford Park, 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, 26 planning applications were submitted near Doxford Park.

The most common types were tree works (5), discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Doxford Park?
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Doxford Park.
What types of planning applications are most common near Doxford Park?
The most common type of planning application near Doxford Park is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Doxford Park?
You can search and track planning applications near Doxford Park on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.