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Planning in Windy Nook

Approved
96%
26 of 27 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Windy Nook in the last 24 months, from Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Windy Nook

Postcode districts

NE10 69 applications in the last 12 monthsNE9 140 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Windy Nook

Windy Nook is a vibrant area in Tyne and Wear, England, situated 2.25 miles south of Gateshead and 2.75 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne. Bordered by Carr Hill, Whitehills Estate, and Leam Lane Estate, it features steep, sloping terrain and had a population of 9,781 as of 2011. Once part of Heworth, Windy Nook became part of the Metropolitan Borough of Gateshead in 1974, making it a significant location for potential planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Windy Nook show an average sale price of £172,386, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Windy Nook 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 Windy Nook 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, Windy Nook 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 Windy Nook, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Windy Nook. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Windy Nook?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Windy Nook. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Windy Nook?
The average planning decision time near Windy Nook is 56 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 Windy Nook?
The planning approval rate near Windy Nook is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Windy Nook?
The most common type of planning application near Windy Nook is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Windy Nook?
You can search and track planning applications near Windy Nook on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.