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31 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Ovingham · updated daily · Northumberland County Council

Planning in Ovingham

Approved
85%
28 of 30 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Ovingham

Postcode districts

NE42 70 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Northumberland County Council

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About Ovingham

Ovingham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Tyne Valley of south Northumberland, England. Situated 10 miles east of Hexham along the River Tyne, it shares borders with nearby areas including Prudhoe, Ovington, Wylam, and Stocksfield, making it a focal point for potential planning applications within the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,155 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Northumberland district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ovingham 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 (February 2026). This makes Ovingham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ovingham has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ovingham 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Ovingham, 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, 40 planning applications were submitted near Ovingham. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were tree works (6), outline applications (2), other applications (2).

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 Ovingham?
In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Ovingham. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ovingham?
The average planning decision time near Ovingham is 42 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 Ovingham?
The planning approval rate near Ovingham is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ovingham?
The most common type of planning application near Ovingham is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ovingham?
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