How long do planning decisions take near Willington Quay?

The average planning decision time near Willington Quay is 43 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 Willington Quay?

The planning approval rate near Willington Quay is 43%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Willington Quay?

The most common type of planning application near Willington Quay is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Willington Quay?

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Willington Quay, Tyne and Wear Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Willington Quay, Tyne and Wear.

Tyne and Wear · England · settlement

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

About Willington Quay

Willington Quay, located in North Tyneside on the north bank of the River Tyne, is a dynamic area experiencing significant redevelopment. Since 2006, new housing developments on brownfield sites have transformed the local landscape, continuing through 2013 and altering the social and economic fabric of the community. Recent improvements include the refurbishment of the bowling green off Howdon Lane and the demolition of adjacent warehousing to accommodate further residential projects, making it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities.

District: North Tyneside

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £159,899 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Tyneside
Parliamentary constituency: Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend
LSOA: North Tyneside 029C

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Willington Quay.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Willington Quay based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Willington Quay.

- 10 Stote Close Wallsend Tyne And Wear NE28 6TW
Conservatory to the rear
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Tyneside | Date: 2023-08-23
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A brief summary of Willington Quay in Tyne and Wear

Property prices in Willington Quay show an average sale price of £159,899, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Willington Quay is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Willington Quay has one conservation area within its boundaries: St Paul's. 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.

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Planning Activity in Willington Quay

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Willington Quay. Of these, 43% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 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 Willington Quay.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Willington Quay were discharge of conditions (4), amendments (3), outline applications (2).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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