Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear.
Tyne and Wear · England · City
About Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, commonly known as Newcastle, is a vibrant city and metropolitan borough located in Tyne and Wear, England. Situated on the northern bank of the River Tyne, directly across from Gateshead, it stands as the most populous area in the Tyneside conurbation and North East England, with an estimated population of 320,605 in 2024. Its strategic location and urban development make it a focal point for planning applications in the region.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £225,017 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Newcastle upon Tyne
- Parliamentary constituency: Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West
- LSOA: Newcastle upon Tyne 036A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Newcastle upon Tyne.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Newcastle upon Tyne.
- 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 Newcastle upon Tyne based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
31 planning applications found near Newcastle upon Tyne.
- - Northumbria University, DURANT HALL AND TURNER HALL Ellison Place, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 8XG
Non Material Amendment: Change window SE24 to planning permission 2024/1345/01/DET dated 20.1.2025 – Repairs to windows, roof, guttering and brickwork. Erection of entrance ramp with associated railin
Type: Amendment | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - KEELMENS HOSPITAL City Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 2AF
Listed Building Application: Submission of details – of a detailed method statement for the repairs including details/ samples of the materials to be used in the repairs to comply with condition 3 of
Type: Conditions | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - KEELMENS HOSPITAL City Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 2AF
Listed Building Application: Submission of details - of a method statement of the proposed repairs and confirmation of details samples of materials to be used to comply with condition 7 of Planning Pe
Type: Conditions | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - The Shield Student Accommodation, Blocks A And B Clarence Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE2 1YN
Non-Material Amendment: (amendment to replace cladding and addition of louvres to the facades of blocks A and B) to planning permission 2013/1683/01/DET dated 24.12.2014.
Type: Amendment | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - Newcastle City Council Social Services Area Office, Shieldfield Centre, 4 - 8 Clarence Walk, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE2 1AL
Installation of fascia and security shutters to front, installation of a security light beneath the entrance canopy.
Type: Full | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - Newcastle City Council Social Services Area Office, Shieldfield Centre, 4 - 8 Clarence Walk, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE2 1AL
Display of 1no. non illuminated fascia lettering sign and 5no. non illuminated lettering signs.
Type: Advertising | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - Northumbria University, Durant Hall And Turner Hall Ellison Place, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 8XG
Non Material Amendment (amendment to Northern Elevation entrance and platform lift) of planning permission 2024/1345/01/DET dated 20.01.2025. Repairs to windows, roof, guttering and brickwork. Erectio
Type: Amendment | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - - Rialto Melbourne Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne,
Minor material amendment of condition 2 (Amendment to approved plans to Melbourne Street and Pandon bank elevations and roof) of planning permission 2024/1859/01/DET dated 24.01.2025. Alterations to e
Type: Conditions | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - Gainsborough House, 34 - 40 Grey Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 6AE
Listed Building Application: internal alterations to include installation and relocation of kitchen areas, install partition walls and doors following removal of existing, to facilitate refurbishment
Type: Heritage | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - Fire Station, Police Station And Magistrates Court, Pilgrim Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Newcastle, NE1 6XA
Submission of details of Phase 2 internal wall finishes to comply with condition 30 of planning permission 2023/1293/01/LBC dated 18-04-2024
Type: Conditions | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - Land To South Of Napier Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE2 1XJ
Installation of 4no. Lighting columns with associated LED flood lights maximum height 6 metres
Type: Full | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - Keelmens Hospital City Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 2AF
Submission of details of a scheme for the design and installation of bat and bird boxes, including a programme for implementation to comply with condition 4 and Submission of Biodiversity Net Gain pla
Type: Conditions | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - Ward Hadaway, Sandgate House, 102 Quayside, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 3DX
Installation of cycle store to west of Sandgate House.
Type: Full | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 1 Mosley Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne,
External repair works and erection of temporary scaffolding and shroud (retrospective).
Type: Heritage | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - - Border & Immigration Agency, Link House Melbourne Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 2JQ
Notification for Prior Approval for the installation of photovoltaic panels.
Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - Land To South Of Camden Street At Junction Of New Bridge Street And Central Motorway, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE2 1XE
Notification of Telecommunications: Installation of 25m high lattice tower with 6 no. antenna apertures and 4 no. transmission dishes, 3 no. equipment cabinets and associated ancillary equipment and w
Type: Telecoms | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - L D Mountain Centre, 30 - 34 Dean Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 1PG
Listed Building Application: External alterations to elevations to include dormer extensions, windows, vents and removal of bay on front elevation to be replaced with entrance to residential units, in
Type: Heritage | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - L D Mountain Centre, 30 - 34 Dean Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 1PG
External alterations to elevations to include dormer extensions, windows, vents and removal of bay on front elevation to be replaced with entrance to residential units, internal alterations to include
Type: Full | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - Ward Hadaway, Sandgate House, 102 Quayside, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 3DX
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed installation of cycle storage.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2026-01-15
View full details - - Pavement Outside The Zone Northumberland Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 8SG
Display of 2no. internally illuminated digital display screens.
Type: Advertising | Council: Newcastle upon Tyne | Date: 2025-12-29
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A brief summary of Newcastle upon Tyne in Tyne and Wear
Newcastle upon Tyne, commonly known as Newcastle, is a vibrant city and metropolitan borough located in Tyne and Wear, England. Situated on the northern bank of the River Tyne, directly across from Gateshead, it stands as the most populous area in the Tyneside conurbation and North East England, with an estimated population of 320,605 in 2024. Its strategic location and urban development make it a focal point for planning applications in the region.
Property prices in Newcastle upon Tyne show an average sale price of £225,017, 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 Newcastle upon Tyne a particularly low-crime area.
Newcastle upon Tyne has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Newcastle upon Tyne includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Newcastle upon Tyne 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.
Planning Activity in Newcastle upon Tyne
In the last 24 months, 156 planning applications were submitted near Newcastle upon Tyne. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Newcastle upon Tyne maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Newcastle upon Tyne were listed building and heritage (35), discharge of conditions (34), full planning applications (31). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 4 medium-scale applications, 44 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 51 applications
- Refused: 5 applications
- Withdrawn: 5 applications
- Awaiting decision: 95 applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.