How long do planning decisions take near Pegswood?

The average planning decision time near Pegswood is 172 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 Pegswood?

The planning approval rate near Pegswood is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Pegswood?

The most common type of planning application near Pegswood is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Pegswood?

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Pegswood, Northumberland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pegswood, Northumberland.

Northumberland · England · settlement

Planning applications in Pegswood are administered by Northumberland County Council. View the full Northumberland County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Pegswood

Pegswood is a historic mining village and civil parish located in Northumberland, England, approximately two miles east of Morpeth and three miles west of Ashington. With a population of around 3,280, this community is situated on a small hill above the valley of the River Wansbeck and near Brocks Burn, offering potential opportunities for planning developments in a region with rich industrial heritage.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £274,142 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Northumberland
Parliamentary constituency: North Northumberland
LSOA: Northumberland 018A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Pegswood.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Pegswood.

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 Pegswood based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Pegswood.

- 11 Bothal Close Pegswood Northumberland NE61 6YD
Extend over existing ground floor attached side garage to create a larger garage space; Extend ground floor at rear to allow for open plan kitchen/dining room space; Extend over ground floor garage to
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2026-06-16
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26/02151/FUL · Received: Tue 16 Jun 2026 · Validated: Tue 16 Jun 2026 - 11 Bothal Close Pegswood Northumberland NE61 6YD
Extend over existing ground floor attached side garage to create a larger garage space; Extend ground floor at rear to allow for open plan kitchen/dining room space; Extend over ground floor garage to
Status: Undecided | Council: Northumberland | Date: 2026-06-16
26/01880/FUL · Received: Thu 28 May 2026 · Validated: Thu 28 May 2026 - 65 Whitefield Crescent Pegswood Northumberland NE61 6SG
First Floor Rear Extension & First Floor Side Windows
Status: Undecided | Council: Northumberland | Date: 2026-05-28
- East Farm Pegswood Village Pegswood Morpeth Northumberland NE61 6TX
Discharge of conditions 6 (openings), 7 (openings) and 8 (floors) on approved application 22/04735/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2026-03-17
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- East Farm Pegswood Village Pegswood Morpeth Northumberland NE61 6TX
Discharge of Conditions 5 (Samples and Details) and 15 (Protective Measures Ground Gases) on approved application 22/04735/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2026-03-03
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- Lindisville Longhirst Road Pegswood Northumberland NE61 6XF
Variation of Condition 10 (Demolition and Construction Method Statement) and Condition 12 (Protective Measures) on approved planning application 23/02537/OUT so that they operate as compliance based c
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2026-01-06
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- Lindisville Longhirst Road Pegswood Morpeth Northumberland NE61 6XF
Variation of conditions 5 (car parking area), 6 (vehicular access), 7 (cycle parking), 8 (surface water drainage), 9 (electric vehicle charging), 10 (demolition and construction method statement), 11
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2025-02-14
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- 1 Longleat Gardens Brocksburn Park Pegswood Morpeth Northumberland NE61 6TQ
Variation of conditions 3 (car parking area) and 4 (vehicular access) on approved application 24/01696/CCD in order to extend the existing driveway on the northern side, existing dropped curb will be
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2024-10-03
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- 1 Longleat Gardens Brocksburn Park Pegswood Northumberland NE61 6TQ
Change of Use from Use Class C3 (residential) to C2 (home for young person).
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2024-05-20
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- West View Pegswood Morpeth Northumberland NE61 6RU
Installation of 1 x 9m light wooden pole - reference: WF7MW85H
Status: Permitted | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2023-10-18
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A brief summary of Pegswood in Northumberland

Property prices in Pegswood show an average sale price of £274,142, 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 Pegswood a particularly low-crime area.

Pegswood has one conservation area within its boundaries: Longhirst. 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 Pegswood includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Pegswood

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Pegswood. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 172 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Pegswood.

With an average of 172 days, decisions near Pegswood take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Pegswood were discharge of conditions (5), full planning applications (1).

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