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Planning in East Boldon

Approved
90%
44 of 45 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of East Boldon in the last 24 months, from South Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around East Boldon

Postcode districts

NE36 37 applications in the last 12 monthsNE35 9 applications in the last 12 monthsSR6 88 applications in the last 12 monthsNE33 39 applications in the last 12 monthsNE34 42 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council

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About East Boldon

East Boldon, part of the Boldons area in South Tyneside, Tyne and Wear, is a village known for its community charm and residential appeal. Alongside West Boldon and Boldon Colliery, it contributes to a combined population of 13,271 as recorded in the 2001 census, making it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities.

Property prices in East Boldon show an average sale price of £264,230, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the East Boldon area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Boldon 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near East Boldon, 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, 61 planning applications were submitted near East Boldon. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (32), tree works (15), outline applications (2). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (75% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near East Boldon?
In the last 24 months, 61 planning applications were submitted near East Boldon. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near East Boldon?
The average planning decision time near East Boldon is 73 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 East Boldon?
The planning approval rate near East Boldon is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near East Boldon?
The most common type of planning application near East Boldon is full planning applications, with 32 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near East Boldon?
You can search and track planning applications near East Boldon on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.