Rear extensions in South Tyneside
1,573 applications since 2020. 1,357 approved and 38 refused. Refused: about 1 in 37 here, about 1 in 7 across the councils we cover.
Last updated 8 November 2026.
Without planning permission
- Up to 3 m deep on a terrace or semi, 4 m on a detached house
- Up to 6 m or 8 m through the neighbour-consultation route, not on protected land
- No higher than 4 m, and eaves no higher than 3 m within 2 m of a boundary
- Together with other buildings, no more than half the garden and grounds
- Materials similar in appearance to the house
England, houses only. Flats, listed buildings, conservation areas and Article 4 directions change this. The full rules.
Year by year
| Year | Applications | Approved | Refused |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 137 | 99 | 0 |
| 2025 | 155 | 137 | 8 |
| 2024 | 158 | 144 | 4 |
| 2023 | 194 | 172 | 5 |
| 2022 | 245 | 218 | 5 |
| 2021 | 379 | 327 | 7 |
| 2020 | 305 | 260 | 9 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateshead | 2,401 | 75 | about 1 in 33 |
| North Tyneside | 2,208 | 100 | about 1 in 23 |