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Planning in Sheriff Hill

Approved
93%
126 of 134 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Sheriff Hill

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About Sheriff Hill

Sheriff Hill is a suburban area located within the Metropolitan Borough of Gateshead in Tyne and Wear, England. Situated along the B1296 road, it is approximately 2 miles south of Gateshead and 2.5 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne, making it a convenient location for commuters. As of the 2001 census, Sheriff Hill had a population of 5,051, offering a residential community that may be of interest for planning applications and developments in the region.

Property prices in Sheriff Hill 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 Sheriff Hill 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 Sheriff Hill 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, Sheriff Hill 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 Sheriff Hill, 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, 173 planning applications were submitted near Sheriff Hill. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were tree works (49), full planning applications (30), amendments (10).

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 Sheriff Hill?
In the last 24 months, 173 planning applications were submitted near Sheriff Hill. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sheriff Hill?
The average planning decision time near Sheriff Hill is 68 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 Sheriff Hill?
The planning approval rate near Sheriff Hill is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sheriff Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Sheriff Hill is tree works applications, with 49 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sheriff Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Sheriff Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.