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Planning in Low Eighton

Approved
86%
19 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 16 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Low Eighton in the last 24 months, from Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Low Eighton

Postcode districts

DH3 137 applications in the last 12 monthsNE9 140 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Low Eighton

Low Eighton is a settlement located in Tyne and Wear, England.

Property prices in Low Eighton show an average sale price of £172,386, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Low Eighton 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 Low Eighton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Low Eighton has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Low Eighton 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 Low Eighton, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Low Eighton. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 111 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Low Eighton?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Low Eighton. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Low Eighton?
The average planning decision time near Low Eighton is 111 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 Low Eighton?
The planning approval rate near Low Eighton is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Low Eighton?
The most common type of planning application near Low Eighton is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Low Eighton?
You can search and track planning applications near Low Eighton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.