How long do planning decisions take near Rochester?

The average planning decision time near Rochester is 56 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 Rochester?

The planning approval rate near Rochester is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Rochester?

The most common type of planning application near Rochester is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rochester?

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Rochester, Northumberland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rochester, Northumberland.

Northumberland · England · settlement

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

About Rochester

Rochester is a quaint village and civil parish located in north Northumberland, England, approximately 5 miles (8 km) north-west of Otterburn along the A68 road, which connects Corbridge and Jedburgh. The village is historically significant as it hosts the remains of the Roman fort of Bremenium, strategically built to safeguard the ancient Roman road of Dere Street that runs through the area, making it an interesting location for planning applications related to heritage and development.

Population: 318 (2021)

District: Northumberland

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £347,190 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Northumberland
Parliamentary constituency: Hexham
LSOA: Northumberland 019C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rochester.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Rochester based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Rochester.

- Dykehead Farm, U5002 Road To Near Hillock, Rochester, Northumberland, NE19 1RD
Application for prior notification - alteration of a private road for agricultural use
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Northumberland (Park) | Date: 2026-03-03
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- Dykehead Farm, U5002 Road To Near Hillock, Rochester, Northumberland, NE19 1RD
Application for prior notification for an agricultural muck store
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Northumberland (Park) | Date: 2026-03-03
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- Land North of Bremenium Way, Bremenium Way, Rochester, NE19 1RB
Approval of details reserved by conditions no. 3 (External lighting), 11 (Surface water drainage runoff), 14 (Vehicle access) and 15 (Archaeological watching brief) of planning permission 24NP0102 - V
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Northumberland (Park) | Date: 2025-04-16
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A brief summary of Rochester in Northumberland

Property prices in Rochester show an average sale price of £347,190, 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 Rochester a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Rochester includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: NORTHUMBERLAND. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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

Planning Activity in Rochester

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Rochester. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 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 Rochester.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Rochester were outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (1).

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