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Planning in Forest Hall

Approved
90%
63 of 68 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Forest Hall in the last 24 months, from North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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About Forest Hall

Forest Hall is a village located in the borough of North Tyneside, Tyne and Wear, just 4 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne. Bordered by Killingworth to the north, Holystone to the east, and Benton to the south, it is a historically rich area, named after the medieval Forest Hall, which featured a tower before being demolished in 1962. The site of the Hall was later developed into Woodside Court, making it a point of interest for those researching planning applications in the region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Forest Hall 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 (May 2026). This makes Forest Hall 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, Forest Hall 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 Forest Hall, 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, 90 planning applications were submitted near Forest Hall. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (22), tree works (18), outline applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Forest Hall?
In the last 24 months, 90 planning applications were submitted near Forest Hall. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Forest Hall?
The average planning decision time near Forest Hall is 44 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 Forest Hall?
The planning approval rate near Forest Hall is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Forest Hall?
The most common type of planning application near Forest Hall is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Forest Hall?
You can search and track planning applications near Forest Hall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.