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Planning in Ryhope

Approved
84%
26 of 30 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ryhope in the last 24 months, from Sunderland City Council's planning register.

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About Ryhope

Ryhope is a coastal village situated on the southern edge of Sunderland in Tyne and Wear, England, with a population of around 14,000 as recorded in the 2011 census. Located just 2.9 miles from Sunderland city centre and 2.8 miles from Seaham, it offers convenient access to the A19, making it an area of interest for planning applications and developments.

Property prices in Ryhope show an average sale price of £159,023, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ryhope 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 Ryhope a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ryhope 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 Ryhope, 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, 52 planning applications were submitted near Ryhope. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (23), tree works (6), full planning applications (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ryhope?
In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Ryhope. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ryhope?
The average planning decision time near Ryhope is 53 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 Ryhope?
The planning approval rate near Ryhope is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ryhope?
The most common type of planning application near Ryhope is discharge of conditions, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ryhope?
You can search and track planning applications near Ryhope on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.