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Planning in Pelaw

Approved
85%
33 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Pelaw in the last 24 months, from Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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About Pelaw

Pelaw is a residential suburb in Gateshead, situated approximately 3.5 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne and 11 miles from Sunderland. According to the 2011 census, the area, which falls within the Heworth and Pelaw ward, has a population of around 9,100 residents. This demographic information may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Pelaw show an average sale price of £172,386, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Pelaw 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 Pelaw a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pelaw 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 Pelaw, 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, 54 planning applications were submitted near Pelaw. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 95 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (12), full planning applications (9), outline applications (1). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

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 Pelaw?
In the last 24 months, 54 planning applications were submitted near Pelaw. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pelaw?
The average planning decision time near Pelaw is 95 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 Pelaw?
The planning approval rate near Pelaw is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pelaw?
The most common type of planning application near Pelaw is discharge of conditions, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pelaw?
You can search and track planning applications near Pelaw on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.