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Planning in Spittal

Approved
90%
19 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Spittal

Spittal is a coastal village in northern Northumberland, located within the Berwick-upon-Tweed area, just east of Tweedmouth. Renowned for its picturesque Spittal Beach, which ranks among the finest in Northumberland, the village offers a unique blend of seaside charm and community living, making it an interesting location for planning applications. It sits within the Berwick-upon-Tweed district.

Property prices in Spittal show an average sale price of £216,982, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Spittal 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 Spittal a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Spittal has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Spittal 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 Spittal, 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, 35 planning applications were submitted near Spittal. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (3), tree works (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Spittal?
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Spittal. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Spittal?
The average planning decision time near Spittal is 64 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 Spittal?
The planning approval rate near Spittal is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Spittal?
The most common type of planning application near Spittal is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Spittal?
You can search and track planning applications near Spittal on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.