Skip to content

Planning in Painshawfield

Approved
77%
33 of 38 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Northumberland County CouncilCouncil page

Around Painshawfield

For home projects and trades

About Painshawfield

Painshawfield, located in the village of Stocksfield, Northumberland, is a residential estate known as the Painshawfield Estate. Developed after 1895, it derives its name from one of the three farms that originally occupied the land. This area may be of interest to those researching planning applications, as it reflects the historical development patterns in the region. It sits within the Northumberland district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Painshawfield 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 Painshawfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Painshawfield 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 Painshawfield, 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, 58 planning applications were submitted near Painshawfield. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (6), amendments (5).

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 Painshawfield?
In the last 24 months, 58 planning applications were submitted near Painshawfield. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Painshawfield?
The average planning decision time near Painshawfield is 35 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 Painshawfield?
The planning approval rate near Painshawfield is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Painshawfield?
The most common type of planning application near Painshawfield is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Painshawfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Painshawfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.