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Planning in Pegswood

Approved
80%
16 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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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.

Property prices in Pegswood show an average sale price of £274,142, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Pegswood 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 Pegswood a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Pegswood has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pegswood 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 Pegswood, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Pegswood. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (5), outline 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 Pegswood?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Pegswood. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pegswood?
The average planning decision time near Pegswood is 73 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 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pegswood?
The most common type of planning application near Pegswood is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pegswood?
You can search and track planning applications near Pegswood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.