How long do planning decisions take near East Holywell?

The average planning decision time near East Holywell is 37 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 Holywell?

The planning approval rate near East Holywell is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near East Holywell?

The most common type of planning application near East Holywell is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near East Holywell?

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East Holywell, Tyne and Wear Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near East Holywell, Tyne and Wear.

Tyne and Wear · England · settlement

Planning applications in East Holywell are administered by North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About East Holywell

Backworth is a village located in the metropolitan borough of North Tyneside, Tyne and Wear, England, approximately 3.5 miles west of Whitley Bay and 5 miles northeast of Newcastle upon Tyne. The village is well-connected to nearby towns, with North Shields to the southeast, Wallsend to the south, and Cramlington to the northwest, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: North Tyneside
Parliamentary constituency: Cramlington and Killingworth
LSOA: North Tyneside 011E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near East Holywell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 East Holywell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near East Holywell.

- Holywell Grange Earsdon To Backworth Link Road Backworth Newcastle Upon Tyne NE27 0JJ
Development of annex building in garden of main house
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Tyneside | Date: 2026-03-06
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- Holywell Grange Earsdon To Backworth Link Road Backworth Newcastle Upon Tyne NE27 0JJ
T42 - Quercus robur (Oak) - located by garage - remove to ground level. T46 - Fagus sylvatica (Beech) - crown reduce 4 metres all over crown to make safe around arbor structure. T47 - Fagus sylvatica
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Tyneside | Date: 2023-05-12
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A brief summary of East Holywell in Tyne and Wear

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

East Holywell has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Seaton Delaval, Backworth, Holywell, Earsdon Village. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around East Holywell includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Holywell Pond SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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

Planning Activity in East Holywell

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near East Holywell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near East Holywell may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near East Holywell were full planning applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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