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Planning in North Sunderland

Approved
87%
40 of 42 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of North Sunderland in the last 24 months, from Northumberland County Council's planning register.

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About North Sunderland

North Sunderland, a charming fishing village located on the Northumberland coast next to Seahouses, boasts a growing population that reached 1,959 by the 2011 Census, up from 1,803 in 2001. Its coastal setting and community dynamics make it an interesting area for planning applications, particularly related to residential development and local amenities. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,678 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Northumberland district.

Property prices in North Sunderland show an average sale price of £302,060, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the North Sunderland 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 North Sunderland a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around North Sunderland has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, North Sunderland 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 Sunderland, 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, 56 planning applications were submitted near North Sunderland. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), other applications (4), amendments (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near North Sunderland?
In the last 24 months, 56 planning applications were submitted near North Sunderland. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near North Sunderland?
The average planning decision time near North Sunderland is 49 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 Sunderland?
The planning approval rate near North Sunderland is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near North Sunderland?
The most common type of planning application near North Sunderland is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near North Sunderland?
You can search and track planning applications near North Sunderland on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.