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Planning in North Shields

Approved
93%
108 of 111 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of North Shields in the last 24 months, from North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around North Shields

Postcode districts

NE30 151 applications in the last 12 monthsNE29 97 applications in the last 12 monthsNE33 39 applications in the last 12 monthsNE20 316 applications in the last 12 monthsSR5 63 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: North Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council

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About North Shields

North Shields, located in the borough of North Tyneside in Tyne and Wear, is an important coastal town situated 8 miles northeast of Newcastle upon Tyne. It shares borders with Wallsend and Tynemouth, and as of the 2021 census, it has a population of 6,137. This vibrant community offers various opportunities for planning applications, particularly in residential and commercial development, given its strategic location and growing population.

Property prices in North Shields show an average sale price of £226,532, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes North Shields a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around North Shields has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, North Shields 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 North Shields, 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, 149 planning applications were submitted near North Shields. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were outline applications (26), full planning applications (23), tree works (19). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

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 North Shields?
In the last 24 months, 149 planning applications were submitted near North Shields. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near North Shields?
The average planning decision time near North Shields is 57 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 North Shields?
The planning approval rate near North Shields is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near North Shields?
The most common type of planning application near North Shields is outline applications, with 26 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near North Shields?
You can search and track planning applications near North Shields on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.