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Planning in Southfield

Approved
91%
21 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Southfield in the last 24 months, from Northumberland County Council's planning register.

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About Southfield

Southfield is a settlement located in Northumberland, England.

Property prices in Southfield show an average sale price of £194,252, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Southfield 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 Southfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Southfield has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Southfield 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 Southfield, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Southfield. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were outline applications (3), advertising consent (2), full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Southfield?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Southfield. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Southfield?
The average planning decision time near Southfield 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 Southfield?
The planning approval rate near Southfield is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Southfield?
The most common type of planning application near Southfield is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Southfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Southfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.