How long do planning decisions take near Meadow Well?

The average planning decision time near Meadow Well is 28 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 Meadow Well?

The planning approval rate near Meadow Well is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Meadow Well?

The most common type of planning application near Meadow Well is outline applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Meadow Well?

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Meadow Well, Tyne and Wear Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Meadow Well, Tyne and Wear.

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About Meadow Well

Meadow Well, located in North Shields, Tyne and Wear, is a vibrant district historically part of Northumberland. Known for its close-knit community, it had a population of around 11,000 as of 2016. This area presents various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its ongoing development within the Tyne and Wear Metropolitan county.

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Area Information

Admin district: North Tyneside
Parliamentary constituency: Tynemouth
LSOA: North Tyneside 023A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Meadow Well.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Meadow Well.

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 Meadow Well based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Meadow Well.

- O2 37877 Telecommunications Mast Howdon Road North Shields Tyne And Wear
Existing 15.00m high structure to be removed and replaced with new 20.0m high structure. Installation of 9no. Antennas and 6no. ERS Units. Removal of 4no. Existing cabinets and replacement with 3no. C
Status: Undecided | Council: North Tyneside | Date: 2026-03-13
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- Pavement Infront Of 76 Wallsend Road North Shields Tyne And Wear
Installation of 9m pole
Status: Permitted | Council: North Tyneside | Date: 2025-10-13
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- Nautilus House Earl Grey Way North Shields Tyne And Wear
Discharge of condition 5 of planning approval 23/01223/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: North Tyneside | Date: 2024-12-23
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- 46 Chirton Dene Quays North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 6YW
Discharge of condition 3 of planning approval 22/01354/FULH 0010 - First Floor Balcony (A4) Scale 1 to 50 0011 - Second Floor Balcony (A4) Scale 1 to 50 BMArchitecturalEazyFit1.5kN EazyFit1.5kNBaseFix
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: North Tyneside | Date: 2023-03-30
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- The Parks Leisure Centre Howdon Road North Shields Tyne And Wear NE29 6TL
Discharge of condition 4 of planning approval 22/01931/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: North Tyneside | Date: 2023-03-02
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A brief summary of Meadow Well in Tyne and Wear

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

Meadow Well has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: New Quay, Camp Terrace, St Paul's, Northumberland Square, Preston Park. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

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Planning Activity in Meadow Well

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Meadow Well. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 28 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Meadow Well may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 28 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Meadow Well were outline applications (7), full planning applications (2), advertising consent (2).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 18 smaller schemes were submitted.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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