How long do planning decisions take near Warkworth?

The average planning decision time near Warkworth is 79 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 Warkworth?

The planning approval rate near Warkworth is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Warkworth?

The most common type of planning application near Warkworth is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Warkworth?

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Warkworth, Northumberland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Warkworth, Northumberland.

Northumberland · England · settlement

Planning applications in Warkworth are administered by Northumberland County Council. View the full Northumberland County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Warkworth

Warkworth is a picturesque village in Northumberland, renowned for its striking medieval castle, historic church, and hermitage. With a population that grew from 1,574 in 2011 to 1,772 by the 2021 Census, Warkworth offers a unique blend of heritage and community, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications in the area.

Population: 1,772

District: Warkworth

Website: http://www.warkworth.co.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £274,142 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Northumberland
Parliamentary constituency: North Northumberland
LSOA: Northumberland 006E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Warkworth.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Warkworth.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Warkworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Warkworth.

26/02206/FUL · Received: Mon 22 Jun 2026 · Validated: Mon 22 Jun 2026 - 5 Dial Place Warkworth Northumberland NE65 0UR
Replacement of shop entrance door, flat entrance door and existing shop window and repainting of existing timber shop front
Status: Undecided | Council: Northumberland | Date: 2026-06-22
- The Greenhouse 21 - 22 Dial Place Warkworth Morpeth Northumberland NE65 0XQ
Discharge of Condition 3 (Window & Door Details) on approved application 25/01988/LBC
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2026-04-01
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- 21-22 Dial Place Warkworth Northumberland NE65 0XQ
Discharge of condition 3 (windows and doors) on approved application 25/01988/LBC
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2026-03-24
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- 10 Hermitage Drive Warkworth Northumberland NE65 0XF
Discharge of conditions 6 (Bat and Bird Boxes), 9 (Vehicular Access), 12 (EVC Details), 13 (Refuse) on approved application 25/01410/VARYCO
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2026-02-26
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- Elm House The Butts Warkworth Northumberland NE65 0SP
Certificate of Lawful Development for existing single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2025-09-30
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- Emberside House Bridge Street Warkworth Northumberland NE65 0XA
Trees in a Conservation Area: T1 Laburnum removal, T2-Cypress removal, T3 Maple pruning by 30% volume, T4 rebaG1 group of shrubs to be cleared.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2024-01-24
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- Warkworth House Hotel 16 Bridge Street Warkworth Northumberland NE65 0XB
Removal of cellar extension and restoration of arched window, replace conservatory, roof repairs (remove, rebuild & repair) to bring up to modern standards and stop ingress of water, roof tiles will r
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2023-12-21
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- Warkworth House Hotel 16 Bridge Street Warkworth Northumberland NE65 0XB
Listed building consent for removal of cellar extension and restoration of arched window, replace conservatory, roof repairs (remove, rebuild & repair) to bring up to modern standards and stop ingress
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Northumberland (County) | Date: 2023-12-21
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A brief summary of Warkworth in Northumberland

Property prices in Warkworth show an average sale price of £274,142, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Warkworth a particularly low-crime area.

Warkworth has one conservation area within its boundaries: Warkworth. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Warkworth includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Warkworth Dunes and Saltmarsh SSSI, River Coquet and Coquet Valley Woodlands SSSI, Northumberland Shore SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Northumberland Coast; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): North Northumberland Dunes; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Northumberland Marine, Northumbria Coast; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Northumbria Coast. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Warkworth planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.warkworth.co.uk/. 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.

Planning Activity in Warkworth

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Warkworth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Warkworth may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 79 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Warkworth were discharge of conditions (3), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1).

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