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Planning in Marley Hill

Approved
87%
26 of 29 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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About Marley Hill

Marley Hill is a former colliery village located approximately six miles southwest of Gateshead, straddling the border between Tyne and Wear and County Durham. Since 1974, it has been incorporated into the Metropolitan Borough of Gateshead and falls within the Whickham South & Sunniside electoral ward of the Blaydon parliamentary constituency. This historical context may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area.

Property prices in Marley Hill show an average sale price of £256,499, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Marley Hill 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 Marley Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Marley Hill has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Marley Hill 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 Marley Hill, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Marley Hill. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 84 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (4).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Marley Hill?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Marley Hill. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Marley Hill?
The average planning decision time near Marley Hill is 84 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 Marley Hill?
The planning approval rate near Marley Hill is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Marley Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Marley Hill is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Marley Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Marley Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.