Search Morpeth planning applications
42 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Morpeth · updated daily · Northumberland County Council
- 5 Eastgate Stobhill Gate Morpeth Northumberland NE61 2SEAwaiting decisionInstall a PVCU conservatory to side of propertyReceived 10 Nov 202626/03926/FUL
- Parish Haugh Sewage Works Sewage Works Road Morpeth Northumberland NE61 6JXAwaiting decisionInstallation of kiosks and associated worksReceived 2 Nov 202626/03818/FUL
- Wellway Court Morpeth NorthumberlandAwaiting decisionTrees in a Conservation Area : Willow Tree - Pollarded to a height above bank level, with ongoing Willow Management to prevent re growth obstructing the channel. Selective clearance of bramble impeding access to the channel. Removal of self seeded trees and shrubs from channel margins where they contribute to flow obstruction. Crown lifting if various retained trees to improve channel conveyance. Removal and treatment of invasive and non-native species to prevent further spread.Received 22 Oct 202626/03725/TREECA
- 24A Newgate Street Morpeth Northumberland NE61 1BAAwaiting decisionAdvertisement Consent for 1no fascia sign and associated frontage alterations, obscure window film with company branding, repainting of window and door frames, treatment of stall riser and surrounds in matching blue, and replacement entrance tiles with terracotta tilesReceived 19 Oct 202626/03464/ADE
- 2 Bridge Street 15- 17 Market Place Morpeth Northumberland NE61 1NBAwaiting decisionAmendments to allow improved internal apartment layouts, external facade changes including installation solar panels, private residential balconies and creation of private residential roof terraces.Received 15 Oct 202626/03589/FUL
Planning in Morpeth
- Approved
- 86%
- 107 of 119 decided
- Decision time
- about 7 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Morpeth in the last 24 months, from Northumberland County Council's planning register.
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Around Morpeth
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NE61 425 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: Northumberland County Council
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About Morpeth
Morpeth is a historic market town located in Northumberland, England, nestled along the River Wansbeck. With a population of 14,017 as of the 2011 census, an increase from 13,833 in 2001, the town has a rich history dating back to the Neolithic period, along with Roman artifacts that highlight its longstanding significance. Neighboring towns include Ashington and Bedlington, making Morpeth a key area for planning applications in the region. The town has a population of approximately 14,376 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Northumberland district.
Property prices in Morpeth show an average sale price of £274,142, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Morpeth 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 Morpeth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Morpeth has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Morpeth 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.northumberland.gov.uk.
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To comment on or object to a planning application near Morpeth, 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, 166 planning applications were submitted near Morpeth. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
The most common types were discharge of conditions (37), full planning applications (14), tree works (14).
8 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 6 were dismissed (25% success rate).