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Planning in Walkergate

Approved
97%
30 of 31 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Walkergate in the last 24 months, from Newcastle upon Tyne City Council's planning register.

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Around Walkergate

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About Walkergate

Walkergate is an area and electoral ward in Newcastle upon Tyne, situated to the east of the city. Bordered by Walker to the south, Heaton to the west, and Wallsend to the north, it encompasses localities such as Daisy Hill, Eastfield, Walkerdene, and Walkerville. The area is well-connected by the Walkergate Metro station, which has served residents since 1982, replacing the original Walker station that operated from 1839 to 1889.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Walkergate 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 Walkergate 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, Walkergate 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Walkergate, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near Walkergate. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (4), tree works (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Walkergate?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Walkergate. The approval rate is 97%.
How long do planning decisions take near Walkergate?
The average planning decision time near Walkergate is 49 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 Walkergate?
The planning approval rate near Walkergate is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Walkergate?
The most common type of planning application near Walkergate is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Walkergate?
You can search and track planning applications near Walkergate on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.