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Planning in West Harton

Approved
82%
23 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of West Harton in the last 24 months, from South Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around West Harton

Postcode districts

NE34 41 applications in the last 12 monthsNE33 39 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council

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About West Harton

West Harton, located in South Shields, Tyne and Wear, is predominantly a residential neighbourhood featuring key amenities such as St Wilfrid's College and Brinkburn Recreation Ground. The area also hosts South Tyneside District Hospital, making it an important hub for both education and healthcare within the town.

Property prices in West Harton show an average sale price of £158,256, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the West Harton 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 West Harton 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, West Harton 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 West Harton, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near West Harton. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), outline applications (5), amendments (2).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Harton?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near West Harton. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near West Harton?
The average planning decision time near West Harton is 55 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 West Harton?
The planning approval rate near West Harton is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Harton?
The most common type of planning application near West Harton is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Harton?
You can search and track planning applications near West Harton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.