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Planning in East Gateshead

Approved
86%
51 of 55 decided
Decision time
about 15 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Gateshead Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around East Gateshead

Postcode districts

NE8 117 applications in the last 12 monthsNE1 258 applications in the last 12 monthsNE6 110 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 East Gateshead

East Gateshead is a settlement located in Tyne and Wear, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the East Gateshead 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 Gateshead a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Gateshead 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 East Gateshead, 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, 82 planning applications were submitted near East Gateshead. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 103 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (16), full planning applications (10), advertising consent (6). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near East Gateshead?
In the last 24 months, 82 planning applications were submitted near East Gateshead. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near East Gateshead?
The average planning decision time near East Gateshead is 103 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 Gateshead?
The planning approval rate near East Gateshead is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near East Gateshead?
The most common type of planning application near East Gateshead is discharge of conditions, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near East Gateshead?
You can search and track planning applications near East Gateshead on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.