Search Wooler planning applications
26 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Wooler · updated daily · Northumberland County Council
Only 4 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- 8 Ryecroft Way Wooler Northumberland NE71 6BWAwaiting decisionInstallation of solar panels to existing garageReceived 4 Nov 202626/03844/FUL
- Glendale Engineering Berwick Road Wooler Northumberland NE71 6AHAwaiting decisionProposed extension to existing paint shop and replacement of existing west facing lean-to building with a larger lean-to and open canopyReceived 2 Nov 202626/03841/FUL
- 8 Ryecroft Way Wooler Northumberland NE71 6BWApprovedCertificate of lawful development in order to install solar panels to house and garageReceived 14 Sep 2026Decided 28 Oct 202626/03200/CLPROP
- Wooler First School Ryecroft Way Wooler Northumberland NE71 6EBApprovedTemporary car park on site of former school. Surface to utilise current hardstand / unbound stone. Access as existing.Received 9 Jul 2026Decided 2 Sep 202626/02366/FUL
- 37 Burnhouse Road Wooler Northumberland NE71 6EQApprovedCertificate of Lawful Development - Proposed erection of a 750mm stone built wall to the front elevation of the property.Received 7 Jul 2026Decided 6 Aug 202626/02387/CLPROP
Planning in Wooler
- Approved
- 96%
- 24 of 25 decided
- Decision time
- about 7 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wooler in the last 24 months, from Northumberland County Council's planning register.
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Around Wooler
Postcode districts
NE71 28 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
Nearby towns and villages
Planning authority: Northumberland County Council
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About Wooler
Wooler, located in Northumberland, England, serves as a vibrant hub for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts, often dubbed the "Gateway to the Cheviots" due to its proximity to the Cheviot Hills and Northumberland National Park. The town offers a range of amenities, including shops, public houses, a youth hostel, hotels, and campsites, making it an attractive destination for visitors. Additionally, Wooler is situated along the St Cuthbert's Way, a long-distance footpath connecting Melrose Abbey to Lindisfarne, highlighting its appeal for those interested in planning outdoor recreational projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,025 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Northumberland district.
Property prices in Wooler show an average sale price of £224,259, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Wooler a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Wooler has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wooler 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 Wooler, 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 Wooler. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.
The most common types were discharge of conditions (5), tree works (3), other applications (2).
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).