Doxford planning approval rate
Doxford ward in Sunderland has a 84.6% approval rate based on 609 planning decisions. Sunderland overall: 91.4%.
Last updated: September 2026
Doxford is 6.8 percentage points below the Sunderland average, placing it among the stricter wards in Sunderland. Checking what gets approved nearby before applying is particularly important here.
How Doxford compares
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Recent decisions in Doxford
No recent comparable residential decisions found for this ward specifically. Check the council-level data for a broader view.
What gets approved near your property?
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