How long do planning decisions take near Westoe?

The average planning decision time near Westoe is 63 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 Westoe?

The planning approval rate near Westoe is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Westoe?

The most common type of planning application near Westoe is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Westoe?

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Westoe, Tyne and Wear Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Westoe, Tyne and Wear.

Tyne and Wear · England · settlement

Planning applications in Westoe are administered by South Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full South Tyneside Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Westoe

Westoe, once a distinct village near South Shields in the South Tyneside district of Tyne and Wear, has now integrated into the town's urban landscape. It serves as a notable area within South Shields and is designated as an electoral ward, making it relevant for local planning applications and community engagement initiatives.

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Area Information

Admin district: South Tyneside
Parliamentary constituency: South Shields
LSOA: South Tyneside 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Westoe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Westoe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Westoe.

- 34 Rockcliffe South Shields NE33 3JH
Application for Tree Works: Works to Trees Subject to a Tree Preservation Order (TPO 221 ) 1T - Sycamore - 1.5m crown reduction - to reduce shading
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: South Tyneside | Date: 2025-09-19
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- 12 The Broadway South Shields NE33 3NQ
Front bedroom extension to replace dormer window, squaring off the 1st floor front of the property, with a flat roof over the extended bedroom. New front door and window and reinstate red brick to the
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Tyneside | Date: 2025-06-13
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- 12 The Broadway South Shields NE33 3NQ
Front bedroom extension to replace dormer window, squaring off the 1st floor front of the property, with a flat roof over the extended bedroom. New front door and window and reinstate red brick to the
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Tyneside | Date: 2024-01-19
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- 355 Bamburgh Avenue South Shields NE33 3HY
Single storey front extension, part single storey part 2 storey side extension and single storey rear extension - living/sitting room, utility, and bedroom extension, convert garage to lounge and pitc
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Tyneside | Date: 2023-12-22
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- 49 Greenside Drift South Shields NE33 3ND
Single storey rear extension to provide a lounge dining area
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Tyneside | Date: 2023-09-14
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- 64 Hutton Row South Shields NE33 3PB
Conversion of roofspace to ensuite bedroom with 5no. rooflights (3no. to front slope, 2no.to rear)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Tyneside | Date: 2023-07-19
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A brief summary of Westoe in Tyne and Wear

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

Westoe has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Mariners' Cottages, Westoe. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Westoe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Durham Coast SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Durham Coast; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Northumbria Coast; 2 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.

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Planning Activity in Westoe

In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Westoe. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Westoe.

At 63 days on average, decisions near Westoe slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Westoe were full planning applications (9), amendments (4), tree works (3). Full planning applications account for 32% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 22 smaller schemes were submitted.

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