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11 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Lesbury · updated daily · Northumberland County Council

Planning in Lesbury

Approved
89%
25 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Lesbury

Postcode districts

NE66 297 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Northumberland County Council

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About Lesbury

Lesbury is a quaint rural village located in Northumberland, England, approximately 3.5 miles southeast of Alnwick. Situated along the main coastal road and on the north bank of the River Aln, it offers convenient access to Alnmouth railway station, which is just half a mile away. This picturesque setting is significant for those researching planning applications in the area, given its proximity to transport links and local amenities. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,044 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Northumberland district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Lesbury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lesbury has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lesbury 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 Lesbury, 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, 35 planning applications were submitted near Lesbury. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (2), tree works (2), full planning applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lesbury?
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Lesbury. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lesbury?
The average planning decision time near Lesbury is 46 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 Lesbury?
The planning approval rate near Lesbury is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lesbury?
The most common type of planning application near Lesbury is listed building consent applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lesbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Lesbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.