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Planning in West Sleekburn

Approved
79%
11 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around West Sleekburn

Postcode districts

NE63 95 applications in the last 12 monthsNE22 120 applications in the last 12 monthsNE62 44 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 West Sleekburn

West Sleekburn is a settlement located in Northumberland, England.

Property prices in West Sleekburn show an average sale price of £126,781, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the West Sleekburn 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 Sleekburn a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around West Sleekburn has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Sleekburn 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 Sleekburn, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near West Sleekburn. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

The most common types were outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Sleekburn?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near West Sleekburn. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near West Sleekburn?
The average planning decision time near West Sleekburn is 76 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 Sleekburn?
The planning approval rate near West Sleekburn is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Sleekburn?
The most common type of planning application near West Sleekburn is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Sleekburn?
You can search and track planning applications near West Sleekburn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.