Heddon-on-the-Wall, Northumberland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Heddon-on-the-Wall, Northumberland.

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About Heddon-on-the-Wall

Heddon-on-the-Wall is a picturesque village and civil parish in Northumberland, situated along the historic Hadrian's Wall, approximately 9 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne and adjacent to Throckley. With a population of 1,563 as of the 2011 census, this charming location, whose name translates to 'hill where heather grew', offers a unique blend of historical significance and rural appeal, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and developments.

Population: 1,532 (2021)

District: Northumberland

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Area Information

• Admin district: Newcastle upon Tyne
• Parliamentary constituency: Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West
• LSOA: Newcastle upon Tyne 021E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Heddon-on-the-Wall.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Heddon-on-the-Wall.

• 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 Heddon-on-the-Wall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Heddon-on-the-Wall.

1. - River Heights 16 Station Road Heddon-On-The-Wall Northumberland NE15 0DY
   Discharge of Condition 14 (Samples of all facing materials and the roof covering) on approved application 18/01561/FUL
   Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2026-04-22
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2. - Orchard Cottage 26A Heddon Banks Heddon-On-The-Wall Northumberland NE15 0BU
   Dormer windows to front and rear elevations, changes to windows on the South and East elevations
   Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2026-03-31
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3. - WI Hall The Towne Gate Heddon-on-the-wall Newcastle Upon Tyne Northumberland NE15 0DT
   Notification of Prior Approval to install 20no. solar panels on South East facing pitched roof of a non-domestic building.
   Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2026-02-27
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4. - 5 Mithras Gardens Heddon-on-the-wall Newcastle Upon Tyne Northumberland NE15 0BN
   Proposed single storey extension to rear and first storey extension to the side
   Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2023-12-11
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A brief summary of Heddon-on-the-Wall in Northumberland

Heddon-on-the-Wall is a picturesque village and civil parish in Northumberland, situated along the historic Hadrian's Wall, approximately 9 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne and adjacent to Throckley. With a population of 1,563 as of the 2011 census, this charming location, whose name translates to 'hill where heather grew', offers a unique blend of historical significance and rural appeal, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,532 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Northumberland district.

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

Heddon-on-the-Wall has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Heddon-on-the-Wall includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Close House Riverside SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Heddon-on-the-Wall

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Heddon-on-the-Wall.

The most common application types near Heddon-on-the-Wall were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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