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Planning in Guide Post

Approved
88%
29 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Guide Post in the last 24 months, from Northumberland County Council's planning register.

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About Guide Post

Guide Post is a village located in South East Northumberland, approximately 17 miles north of Newcastle upon Tyne. Situated south of the River Wansbeck, it shares its vicinity with Stakeford and is part of the civil parish of Choppington. This quaint village offers a unique context for planning applications, reflecting its blend of local community and natural surroundings. It sits within the Choppington district.

Property prices in Guide Post show an average sale price of £132,950, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Guide Post 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 Guide Post a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Guide Post has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Guide Post 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 Guide Post, 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, 41 planning applications were submitted near Guide Post. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (2), full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Guide Post?
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Guide Post. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Guide Post?
The average planning decision time near Guide Post is 48 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 Guide Post?
The planning approval rate near Guide Post is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Guide Post?
The most common type of planning application near Guide Post is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Guide Post?
You can search and track planning applications near Guide Post on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.