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Planning in Shiney Row

Only 5 decisions near Shiney Row in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Shiney Row

Shiney Row is a village located in Houghton-le-Spring, Tyne and Wear, England. It is historically significant as the birthplace of Sir George Elliot, 1st Baronet, who played a pivotal role in the production of the first Transatlantic telegraph cable. This context may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area, considering its industrial heritage and potential development opportunities.

Property prices in Shiney Row show an average sale price of £132,058, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Shiney Row 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 Shiney Row a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Shiney Row has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shiney Row 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 Shiney Row, 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, 33 planning applications were submitted near Shiney Row.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (10), outline applications (2), amendments (2). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shiney Row?
In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Shiney Row.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shiney Row?
The most common type of planning application near Shiney Row is discharge of conditions, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shiney Row?
You can search and track planning applications near Shiney Row on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.