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Planning in Stocksfield

Approved
83%
30 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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Around Stocksfield

Postcode districts

NE43 87 applications in the last 12 monthsNE44 41 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Northumberland County Council

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About Stocksfield

Stocksfield is a quaint village located approximately 14 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne, nestled along the River Tyne in southern Northumberland. It encompasses several smaller communities such as Branch End, New Ridley, Broomley, Hindley, and the Painshawfield Estate, while also serving nearby villages like Bywell, Newton, Mickley, and Hedley on the Hill. This charming locale may present diverse planning opportunities due to its varied residential and community settings. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,910 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Northumberland district.

Property prices in Stocksfield show an average sale price of £402,565, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stocksfield 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 Stocksfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Stocksfield has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stocksfield 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 Stocksfield, 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, 48 planning applications were submitted near Stocksfield. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (6), amendments (3), full planning applications (2).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stocksfield?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Stocksfield. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stocksfield?
The average planning decision time near Stocksfield is 37 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 Stocksfield?
The planning approval rate near Stocksfield is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stocksfield?
The most common type of planning application near Stocksfield is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stocksfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Stocksfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.