How long do planning decisions take near Monkwearmouth?

The average planning decision time near Monkwearmouth is 44 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 Monkwearmouth?

The planning approval rate near Monkwearmouth is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Monkwearmouth?

The most common type of planning application near Monkwearmouth is discharge of conditions, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Monkwearmouth?

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Monkwearmouth, Tyne and Wear Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Monkwearmouth, Tyne and Wear.

Tyne and Wear · England · settlement

Planning applications in Monkwearmouth are administered by Sunderland City Council. View the full Sunderland City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Monkwearmouth

Monkwearmouth, located on the north bank of the River Wear in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, is a historically significant area known for its origins as one of the earliest settlements alongside Bishopwearmouth and Sunderland. Home to the historic St. Peter's Church, established in 674, Monkwearmouth was once a hub for shipbuilding and coal mining. Today, it features a campus of the University of Sunderland and the National Glass Centre, while also being served by several active Church of England and Catholic churches, including the notable St Benet's Church.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £159,023 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Sunderland
Parliamentary constituency: Sunderland Central
LSOA: Sunderland 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Monkwearmouth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Monkwearmouth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Monkwearmouth.

- 67 Netherburn Road Sunderland SR5 1LA
Non-material amendment to previously approved application 25/00384/FUL (Erection of two storey extension to side/ rear, single storey rear extension and porch to front) To amend rear first floor bathr
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Sunderland | Date: 2025-10-15
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- Monkwearmouth Hospital Newcastle Road Sunderland
Discharge of condition 6 (remediation strategy) attached to appeal 22/00003/REF (part 2 of 2).
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Sunderland | Date: 2023-03-29
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A brief summary of Monkwearmouth in Tyne and Wear

Property prices in Monkwearmouth show an average sale price of £159,023, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Monkwearmouth has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bishopwearmouth, Old Sunderland, Old Sunderland Riverside, Roker Park, Sunderland, Sunniside. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Monkwearmouth includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Fulwell and Carley Hill Quarries SSSI. 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 Monkwearmouth

In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Monkwearmouth. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Monkwearmouth.

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Monkwearmouth were discharge of conditions (11), full planning applications (7), tree works (2).

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 22 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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