y_Elswick (up to May 2026) planning approval rate
y_Elswick (up to May 2026) ward in Newcastle upon Tyne has a 90.4% approval rate based on 345 planning decisions. Newcastle upon Tyne overall: 93.3%.
Last updated: June 2026
90.4%
ward approval rate
345
Decisions
312
Approved
33
Refused
93.3%
Newcastle upon Tyne average
y_Elswick (up to May 2026) is 2.9 percentage points below the Newcastle upon Tyne average, suggesting slightly tighter scrutiny in this ward. Preparation matters more here.
How y_Elswick (up to May 2026) compares
y_Elswick (up to May 2026) ward
90.4%
Newcastle upon Tyne overall
93.3%
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Recent decisions in y_Elswick (up to May 2026)
Listed Building Application: External alterations to replace timber gates to fro · 2026-06-08
Proposed groundworks to create a level outdoor area of hardstanding, with associ · 2026-06-01
Erection of single storey extension to front, side and rear. · 2026-06-01
Erection of a 2 storey extension to front with entrance porch and canopy. · 2026-05-25
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed loft conversion with erection of dor · 2026-04-20
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