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Planning in Haydon Bridge

Approved
89%
16 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Haydon Bridge

Haydon Bridge is a village in Northumberland, England, with a population of 2,184 as of the 2011 census. The village is notable for its two bridges over the River South Tyne: the historic bridge that inspired its name and a modern structure that previously carried the A69 road. Following the completion of a bypass in 2009, the A69 now routes traffic to the south of the village, impacting local planning considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,184. It sits within the Haydon district.

Property prices in Haydon Bridge show an average sale price of £297,397, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Haydon Bridge 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 Haydon Bridge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Haydon Bridge 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 Haydon Bridge, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Haydon Bridge. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Haydon Bridge?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Haydon Bridge. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Haydon Bridge?
The average planning decision time near Haydon Bridge is 58 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 Haydon Bridge?
The planning approval rate near Haydon Bridge is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Haydon Bridge?
The most common type of planning application near Haydon Bridge is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Haydon Bridge?
You can search and track planning applications near Haydon Bridge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.