How long do planning decisions take near East Howdon?

The average planning decision time near East Howdon is 32 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 Howdon?

The planning approval rate near East Howdon is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

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

The most common type of planning application near East Howdon is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near East Howdon?

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East Howdon, Tyne and Wear Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near East Howdon, Tyne and Wear.

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Area Information

Admin district: North Tyneside
Parliamentary constituency: Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend
LSOA: North Tyneside 021C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near East Howdon.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Howdon based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near East Howdon.

- Howdon Yard Tyne View Terrace Wallsend Tyne And Wear
The proposed works require replacement of eight fenders and capital dredging to form a berthing pocket to 9m below chart datum (bCD)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: North Tyneside | Date: 2026-03-09
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A brief summary of East Howdon in Tyne and Wear

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

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

East Howdon has one conservation area within its boundaries: St Paul's. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

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Planning Activity in East Howdon

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near East Howdon. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near East Howdon.

The average decision time of 32 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 Howdon were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 20% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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