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Planning in West Wylam

Approved
81%
17 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around West Wylam

Postcode districts

NE42 70 applications in the last 12 monthsNE41 34 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 Wylam

West Wylam is a settlement located in Northumberland, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the West Wylam 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 Wylam a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around West Wylam has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Wylam 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 West Wylam, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near West Wylam. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (4), advertising consent (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Wylam?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near West Wylam. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near West Wylam?
The average planning decision time near West Wylam 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 West Wylam?
The planning approval rate near West Wylam is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Wylam?
The most common type of planning application near West Wylam is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Wylam?
You can search and track planning applications near West Wylam on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.