Northumberland Local Plan Core Strategy. Green Belt Settlement Assessments Published December 2014

Northumberland Local Plan Core Strategy Green Belt Settlement Assessments Published December 2014

Contents 1. Introduction 2 2. National planning policy context 4 3. Northumberland Planning Policy Context 5 4. Green Belt Review Methodology 7 5. Settlement Assessments South East Delivery Area 9 Seaton Valley including Seaton Delaval, Holywell, Seghill, New Hartley and Seaton Sluice 9 Cramlington including East Cramlington, Hartford Bridge and south part of Stannington 26 6. Settlement Assessments Central Delivery Area 38 Hexham including Acomb 38 Prudhoe including Mickley Square, Ovingham, Ovington, Horsley and Wylam 53 Morpeth including Pegswood, Longhirst, Hebron, Mitford, Tranwell Woods St Mary s Hospital, north part of Stannington, Stannington Station, Nedderton, Hepscott and Bothal 66 Corbridge 95 Ponteland including Medburn 106 1

1. Introduction 1.1 The Council has previously consulted on the methodology for reviewing Green Belt boundaries (http://northumberlandconsult.limehouse.co.uk/portal/planning/core_strategy/cspo2?tab=files (references EB06, EB07 and EB08) alongside the Core Strategy Preferred Options Stage 2 document (2013). This Green Belt review initially focused on the Green Belt around Main Towns and Service Centres. 1.2 The need to undertake a more comprehensive review of the Green Belt has come about following feedback on the Core Strategy Preferred Options (stage 2) document, as well as the approach that Planning Inspectors have been taking to Core Strategy examinations. The Green Belt review methodology has been updated to reflect feedback and recent approaches elsewhere. The Northumberland Green Belt Review Methodology November 2014 can be viewed here http://www.northumberland.gov.uk/default.aspx?page=3458. 1.3 This document presents the assessments that have been carried out for the Main Towns and Service Centres within the Green Belt using the refined methodology presented in the document Northumberland Green Belt Review Methodology. A separate document has been produced covering the settlements below the Main Towns and Service Centres (Small Settlements and the Green Belt) which can be viewed by following this link http://www.northumberland.gov.uk/default.aspx?page=3458. Following the methodology has resulted in a number of the Main Towns and Service Centres assessments including a number of the smaller settlements and the land around them. These settlements are also included in the Small Settlements and the Green Belt document. The Green Belt Appendix brings all the assessments together into one document and includes the comprehensive mapping work. 1.5 It is essential that the emerging Core Strategy is informed by wide community engagement. The consultation on the current version of the Core Strategy is taking place from 12 December 2014 to 11 February 2015. Comments on the Full Draft Plan, including this document, can also be submitted these dates. The Core Strategy Full Draft Plan can be viewed on the Council s website http://www.northumberland.gov.uk/default.aspx?page=3443#core along with the Green Belt Methodology, the Green Belt Settlement Reviews and the other documents that the Council is seeking feedback on. 1.6 Comments can be submitted by email or post and should be directed to: Planning and Housing Policy Team Northumberland County Council County Hall Morpeth NE61 2EF PlanningStrategy@northumberland.gov.uk 2

1.8 Feedback received on this document will help inform the detailed Green Belt boundaries which will be subject to further consultation. The key stages for preparing the Core Strategy are set out below. Date June to July 2015 Winter 2015 Spring 2016 Summer 2016 Milestone Consultation on Pre-Submission Core Strategy Submission Consultation Examination Adoption 3

2. National Planning Policy Context 2.1 Nationally, the Government attaches great importance to the Green Belt and through the NPPF sets out the policy approach to Green Belt. The NPPF states that the fundamental aim of Green Belt policy is to prevent urban sprawl by keeping land permanently open, and that a key attribute of land in the Green Belt is its openness. 2.2 The NPPF sets out the five purposes of the Green Belt, which are to: check the unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas; prevent the neighbouring towns from merging into one another; assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment; preserve the setting and special character of historic towns; and assist in urban regeneration, by encouraging the recycling of derelict and other urban land. 2.3 National policy requires that Green Belt boundaries should only be altered in exceptional circumstances. Where it is considered necessary to alter Green Belt boundaries, this should be undertaken through the preparation or review of Local Plans. New boundaries need to have permanence, enduring beyond the plan period. When drawing up or reviewing Green Belt boundaries account should be taken of the need to promote sustainable patterns of development. In doing so, the consequences for sustainable development of channelling development towards urban areas inside the Green Belt boundary, towards towns and villages inset within the Green Belt or towards locations beyond the outer Green Belt should be considered. 2.4 The NPPF explains that when defining boundaries, local planning authorities should: ensure consistency with the Local Plan strategy for meeting identified requirements for sustainable development; not include land which it is unnecessary to keep permanently open; where necessary, identify in their plans areas of safeguarded land between the urban area and the Green Belt, in order to meet longer-term development needs stretching well beyond the plan period; make clear that the safeguarded land is not allocated for development at the present time. Planning permission for the permanent development of safeguarded land should only be granted following a local plan review which proposes the development; satisfy themselves that Green Belt boundaries will not need to be altered at the end of the development plan period; and define boundaries clearly, using physical features that are readily recognisable and likely to be permanent. 2.5 The NPPF also provides guidance on the approach to be taken to smaller settlements in the Green Belt. If it is necessary to prevent development in a village, primarily due to the important contribution which the open character of the village makes to the openness of the Green Belt, the village should be included within the Green Belt. Should the character of a village need to be protected for other reasons, other means should be used, such as conservation area or normal development management policies and the village should be excluded from the Green Belt. 4

3. Northumberland Planning Policy Context 3.1 Through the Core Strategy the Council is required to define the strategic approach to the Tyne and Wear Green Belt that lies within Northumberland. As explained above, the NPPF requires that boundaries should only be altered in exceptional circumstances, and if changes are required, this should be undertaken through the preparation of the Core Strategy. Policy 20 of the Core Strategy Full Draft Plan sets out the strategic policy approach to the Tyne and Wear Green Belt within Northumberland which is to: a) Safeguard the countryside from encroachment b) Check the unrestricted sprawl of Tyne and Wear c) Prevent the merging of: Newcastle upon Tyne with Ponteland, Newcastle Airport or Cramlington; and North Tyneside with Cramlington or Blyth; d) Preserve the setting and special character of Hexham, Corbridge and Morpeth e) Prevent Morpeth merging with neighbouring settlements; and f) Assist in the regeneration of settlements in South East Northumberland beyond the Green Belt. 3.2 Evidence work undertaken to inform the Core Strategy highlighted that many of the existing Green Belt boundaries around settlements may not provide sufficient capacity to accommodate the level of growth required to deliver objectively assessed housing and economic development needs. It was therefore identified in the Core Strategy Preferred Options (Stage 1) consultation document (February 2013) that it would be necessary to review Green Belt boundaries, to provide the Main Towns and Service Centres with sufficient space for future economic and/or residential development. In order to identify the most appropriate locations currently within the Green Belt to be released for future development, a Green Belt Review methodology based on best practice from elsewhere was consulted upon alongside the Preferred Options (stage 2) consultation document in October 2013. Following feedback this methodology has been further refined. 3.3 This assessment process has: Considered the level of land required to deliver the proposed housing numbers/employment land; Identified and mapped relevant constraints; Defined sectors and options for appropriate locations for future development; Undertaken an assessment of the sectors and potential locations for development against the established purposes of Green Belt; Undertaken a more detailed land parcel area assessment; and Refined options and identified a preferred location. 3.4 The use of this methodology has ensured consistency in approach in relation to the Green Belt review. The preferred broad locations for localised Green Belt review for the settlements of Hexham, Prudhoe, and Ponteland were identified within the Preferred Options (stage 2) consultation document. More detailed work has been undertaken on the precise Green Belt boundary changes in relation to these settlements and the outcome of this work is presented in the Core Strategy Full Draft Plan. 5

3.5 Part of the evidence base behind the Green Belt policy approach in the Core Strategy is contained within two documents. The Northumberland Green Belt Review Methodology describes the methodology that is being followed to identify the most important areas of Green Belt which should be protected and broad areas to be removed from the Green Belt to accommodates the development required to deliver the strategy. This document sets out the detailed assessment of the Main Towns and Service Centres using the Green Belt methodology. The third document that has been prepared on the Green Belt is seeking views on the approach to the smaller settlements within the Green Belt. The three documents can be viewed here http://www.northumberland.gov.uk/default.aspx?page=3443#core 6

4. Green Belt Review Methodology 4.1 The document Northumberland Green Belt Review Methodology outlines the approach that has been taken to reviewing the Green Belt boundaries. Section 3 above provides a summary of the approach. The methodology involves 11 steps which are summarised in Table 3. Table 1: Steps 1-11 from the published Northumberland Green Belt Review Methodology Step 1 Strategic Land Review: establish land availability to meet future development requirements For Main Towns and Service Step 2 Constraints mapping: identification and mapping of relevant constraints individually and collectively to show total constraint Centres results of these steps were originally published in Step 3 Divide settlement into broad areas (e.g. N, E, S and W) dependent on size, structure, form and characteristics Northumberland Local Plan Core Strategy, Strategic Land Step 4 Broad Area Assessment: assess each area against the constraints mapping and purposes of the Green Belt Review. October 2013 with the Core Strategy Preferred Step 5 Discount options following broad area assessment Options for Housing, Employment and Green Belt Consultation Document Step 6 a. Land parcel area identification b. Land parcel area field study c. Land parcel area assessment d. Detailed constraint mapping Step 7 Discount options following assessment of parcels of land Step 8 Identify and consult on Preferred Option for Green Belt boundary Step 9 Prepare and finalise detailed Green Belt boundaries Step 10 Consult on detailed Green Belt boundaries Step 11 Adopt Green Belt boundary 4.2 The following sections provide a summary of this work for each of the Main Towns and Service Centres in the Green Belt. For each settlement, a brief overview of the assessment is given together with the Green Belt assessment matrix, the constraints matrix and a summary map. Feedback is being sought on the detailed assessments set out in the matrices on both the assessment against Green Belt purposes and the environmental constraints identified. 7

4.3 The matrices use a traffic light system: Key to purposes of Green Belt matrix: High contribution to Green Belt purposes Medium contribution to Green Belt purposes Low contribution to Green Belt purposes Key to constraints matrix: High level of constraints Medium level of constraints Low level of constraints 8

5. Settlement Assessments South East Delivery Area Seaton Valley including Seaton Delaval, Holywell, Seghill, New Hartley and Seaton Sluice 5.1 Steps 1-2 of the Green Belt Review methodology were carried out in the Northumberland Local Plan Core Strategy, Strategic Land Review October 2013. It indicates the following regarding the Green Belt, drawn up in the 1990s: It contains Seaton Delaval / Holywell very tightly, abutting the built up area, with the exception of some undeveloped white land to the north and north-east at Wheatridge and a strip alongside Proctor and Gamble s factory in the south-west. There is continuous development between Seaton Delaval and Holywell village in ribbon form and the Green Belt does not divide the two. Seghill too is closely surrounded by Green Belt, although some land allocated for employment uses towards the north of the village has never been developed. A relatively narrow strip of Green Belt separates Seghill from Seaton Delaval. A wider area of Green Belt separates the settlement from safeguarded land adjoining the east side of Cramlington. However this is still a relatively narrow strip in the context of a larger town such as Cramlington. New Hartley is tightly surrounded by the Green Belt, except at its eastern end. The railway forms the Green Belt boundary in the south and east and land between the railway and the built up area in the east remains undeveloped white land, although is the subject of a planning application for 286 dwellings pending at the time of writing. There is a very narrow strip of Green Belt separating New Hartley from Seaton Delaval (the Double Row area). The built-up area of Seaton Sluice/Old Hartley is surrounded by Green Belt with the exception of some stretches of the seafront. The settlement is well separated from the nearest settlements by Green Belt. 5.2 In terms of constraints, there is a large Conservation Area associated with Seaton Delaval Hall. These constraints along with localised flooding issues and the fact that waste water from the area is treated at Howden Wastewater Treatment Works (in North Tyneside), which is currently subject to monitoring and assessment to confirm its long- term capacity, limit the scope for additional growth other than previously identified sites to the east of New Hartley and to the north of Seaton Delaval. 5.3 It is anticipated that development needs in the Seaton Valley can be met during and beyond the Plan Period without the need to release Green Belt land. However this will be subject to community engagement. 9

Table 1: Matrix to assess Seaton Valley Land Parcel Areas (LPAs) assessment against purposes of Green Belt SEATON VALLEY LPA (1) Check unrestricted sprawl of large builtup (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from (4) Preserve the setting and special character Ref LPA name areas one another encroachment of historic towns SV01 Seghill South The boundary line following the edge of Seghill is somewhat weak throughout much of its length, consisting mostly of back garden fences. There are several opportunities to access this land for further houses from the B1322 and the existing estates, when considered alongside risk of leap-frog development from the Tyne-Wear conurbation, it must be concluded that the LPA plays a strong role at preventing sprawl. SV02 Seghill South-East - Quarry The LPA lies in the heart of an area of Green Belt separating Seghill and Seaton Delaval and in this sense, it indirectly contributes to preventing their There is no nearby settlement in this direction from Seghill. The nearest is Backworth in North Tyneside. There are distant views of this exposed edge of Seghill from a short distance north of Backworth but additional development in the LPA would not weaken the perceived separation and could strengthen the boundary e.g. through structure planting. Notwithstanding the fact that significant building would be unlikely given the past use as a landfill site, development here, (whether in isolation or in association with 10 The exposed edge of Seghill and the openness of the landscape mean that this area of countryside has already acquired an urban feel, Additional development could add to this slightly but may not have an overall negative effect due to the possibility of a stronger, planted edge to the settlement. While urban influences are strong, this LPA area will soon be restored to countryside, and, given the raised level of the land, will be visible from both settlements. The LPA does not contribute to this purpose The LPA does not contribute to this purpose Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) LPA SV01 Medium contribution to Green Belt purposes lack of nearby settlements (in terms of merger) and absence of any impact on historic town setting are balanced by a high risk that development could easily sprawl out from Seghill (in the absence of this protection) and the modest risk of further reduction in the rural feel of the LPA. LPA SV02 Despite the modest role in restricting sprawl it makes a very high contribution to Green Belt purposes overall as it is a key area of countryside

SEATON VALLEY LPA Ref LPA name SV03 Seaton Delaval South-West (1) Check unrestricted sprawl of large builtup areas sprawl, although this is tempered by the fact that it does not directly adjoin either village and development is almost certainly prevented through past uses. There is a reasonably good degree of containment of the edges of Seaton Delaval and Seghill, both of which abut this LPA, due to the Seaton Burn and various tree belts. Nonetheless, there are some opportunities for Seaton Delaval to spread into open areas close to the Proctor and Gamble plant. SV04 Seghill East The boundary line following the edge of Seaton Delaval is (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another adjacent LPAs that do adjoin the villages of Seaton Delaval and Seghill) would create a strong perception of merger between the two villages. This is a key part of the Green Belt separating Seaton Delaval and Seghill and lies alongside the main road that links the two. As such, there is a strong chance of ribbon development and/or some creep of development from Seaton Delaval, causing the separation between the two, already small, to reduce further. The Green Belt therefore plays a strong role in this respect. This is a key part of the Green Belt separating Seaton (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment It is therefore likely to make a strong (perhaps the strongest) contribution towards the value of this area of countryside. This is a key part of the countryside separating Seghill and Seaton Delaval. It is highly visible from the two village edges and from the main road linking the two. This is a key part of the countryside separating Seghill and (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns The LPA does not contribute to this purpose The LPA does not contribute to this purpose Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) within a narrow strip separating two villages. LPA SV03 Despite the modest role in restricting sprawl it makes a very high contribution to Green Belt purposes overall as it is a key area of countryside within a narrow strip separating two villages. LPA SV04 Key role of the LPA in separating two villages, 11

SEATON VALLEY LPA Ref LPA name SV05 Seaton Delaval South (1) Check unrestricted sprawl of large builtup areas somewhat weak throughout much of its length, with back garden fences and allotments merging into the open countryside. By contrast, the edge of Seghill is much more strongly contained by the Seaton Burn valley. There are opportunities to access this land for further houses from Mares Close. Overall, and given the proximity of the two settlements it adjoins, the Green Belt in this LPA contributes greatly to preventing sprawl. Containment provided by the Seaton Burn towards north must be balanced against the possible loss of the wide public open space between the built-up area and (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Delaval and Seghill and lies alongside the main road that links the two, as well as Mares Close. As such, there is a strong chance of ribbon development and/or some creep of development from Seaton Delaval, causing the separation between the two, already small, to reduce further. The Green Belt therefore plays a strong role in this respect. There is no nearby settlement in this direction from Seaton Delaval / Holywell. The nearest is Earsdon. While there are some distant views from the raised part of Earsdon (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Seaton Delaval. It is highly visible from the two village edges and from the main road linking the two. It also provides the setting for the Grade II Listed Church of the Holy Trinity and vicarage, which lie in the heart of the LPA alongside Mares Close. This area of countryside is highly visible, especially from the south. It has a rural character, unusual this close to Tyneside. Development in this LPA would increase the (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns The LPA does not contribute to this purpose Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) preventing sprawl and preserving countryside settings means that it makes a high contribution to the purposes of the Green Belt. LPA SV05 High contribution to Green Belt purposes lack of impact on historic towns is outweighed by encroachment on a key area of countryside 12

SEATON VALLEY LPA Ref LPA name SV06 Seaton Delaval South-East (1) Check unrestricted sprawl of large builtup areas the Burn. While this is a small part of the overall area, it results in a sprawl risk at the low end of medium. It must also be balanced against the possible leapfrogging of development from the nearby edge of the Tyneside conurbation. Containment provided by the Seaton Burn towards north must be balanced against the possible leapfrogging of development from the nearby edge of the Tyneside conurbation. (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another towards Seaton Delaval / Holywell the wooded Holywell Dene helps conceal the settlement (as well as containing it). Having said this, the LPA is large overall and offers opportunities for ribbon development on the A192. There is no nearby settlement in this direction from Seaton Delaval / Holywell. The nearest is Earsdon. While there are some distant views from the raised part of Earsdon towards Seaton Delaval / Holywell the wooded Holywell Dene helps conceal the settlement (as well as containing it). Having said this, the LPA is large overall and offers opportunities for ribbon development on the A192. 13 (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment encroachment on key countryside areas and impact on the rural setting of the Earsdon and Holywell conservation areas. This area of countryside is highly visible, especially from the south. It has a rural character, unusual this close to Tyneside. Development in this LPA would increase the encroachment on key countryside areas and impact on the rural setting of the Earsdon and Holywell conservation areas. (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns The LPA does not contribute to this purpose Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) that has a rural character and provides a setting for conservation areas. There is a modest risk of some sprawl and ribbon development between settlements. LPA SV06 High contribution to Green Belt purposes lack of impact on historic towns is outweighed by encroachment on a key area of countryside that has a rural character and provides a setting for conservation areas. There is a modest risk of some sprawl and ribbon development between settlements. SV07 Holywell Long settlement No significant Development in this The LPA does not LPA SV07

SEATON VALLEY LPA Ref LPA name (1) Check unrestricted sprawl of large builtup areas edge with numerous opportunities for accesses to allow settlement extension into the open countryside. Risk of leapfrog development from Tyneside. Only containment would be in the north (the Avenue) and south (Holywell Dene). SV08 Seaton Delaval East Fragmented settlement edge at Seaton Delaval with opportunities for accesses to allow settlement extension into the open countryside. Risk of leapfrog development from Tyneside. Containment of New Hartley provided by railway line and some containment in the south (from the Avenue) (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another settlement in this direction from Seaton Delaval / Holywell. However, development towards the SW of area, close to the north end of Holywell village, could be seen as adding to the coalescence between Holywell and Seaton Delaval. No significant settlement in this direction from Seaton Delaval, south of railway line. However, development towards the north of area, close to the railway extending into the Green Belt area, would lead to coalescence between New Hartley and Seaton Delaval. (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment LPA would significantly increase the long-term risk of urbanisation in the countryside and impact on the setting of the ornamental Avenue, leading to Seaton Delaval Hall, and of Holywell village conservation area. The Green Belt has served a strong purpose of protecting this area of countryside. The Wheatridge Park development is gradually extending over safeguarded land. Once complete, there may be pressure to extend development further and the Green Belt would serve to safeguard the countryside from encroachment in this area.. Development in this LPA, especially towards the south, could adversely affect (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns contribute to this purpose The LPA does not contribute to this purpose Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) High contribution to Green Belt purposes - stemming development from encroaching into very open, readily accessible areas of countryside, and so preventing the compromising of the settings of parts of the Seaton Delaval Estate and Holywell village. LPA SV08 High contribution to Green Belt purposes - stemming development from encroaching into very open, readily accessible areas of countryside, and so prevent the compromising of the settings of parts of Seaton Delaval and preventing coalescence of Seaton Delaval and New Hartley. 14

SEATON VALLEY LPA Ref LPA name SV09 New Hartley North- West (1) Check unrestricted sprawl of large builtup areas Some containment provided by the design of New Hartley s northern estates with few opportunities to access areas to the north. Containment also given by woodland north of the open part of Bristol Street, although area between New Hartley and Double Row and parts of Double Row itself provide ready access to open land. At the NE corner, the S Newsham bypass helps to contain the further spread of Blyth. Nonetheless, the area is vulnerable to leapfrog development from Tyneside and the Green Belt high risk of sprawl (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another This includes the area dividing Seaton Delaval and New Hartley. While the LPA straddles the area between Blyth and New Hartley, these settlements are distant from each other and risk of merger low. However, overall risk is high due to the role played in dividing Seaton Delaval and New Hartley. 15 (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment the setting of the ornamental Avenue, leading to Seaton Delaval Hall. The countryside in this area does already possess an urbanised character in those parts close to settlements. It does not provide the setting for any key landmarks. There would need to be a large southward development from Blyth or northern from New Hartley to create a significant incursion However, it is open and visibility across the area is high. In addition, the small area around New Hartley Pond and Bristol Street is highly vulnerable. Overall risk medium. (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns The LPA does not contribute to this purpose Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) LPA SV09 High contribution to Green Belt purposes due to its role in keeping Seaton Delaval and New Hartley separated and the vulnerability to sprawl / leapfrog development. SV10 New Hartley North- While there is a There no risk of The woodland and The LPA does not LPA SV10

SEATON VALLEY LPA Ref LPA name West (1) Check unrestricted sprawl of large builtup areas small risk of sprawl onto this area from the neighbouring part of New Hartley, the topography of the area provides a degree of containment. SV11 Holywell Dene The Dene itself would not allow development for a number of reasons and forms a very good barrier against sprawl into most of the LPA. However, a small area close to the mouth of the Seaton Burn could be vulnerable. SV12 Seaton Sluice West There is a risk of sprawl, extending back (westwards and southwards) from Seaton Sluice (towards the north of the LPA). Considerable risk of leapfrog development from conurbation. (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another merger with any settlement from extension of the village onto this land. There is low risk of development here causing merger of settlements, although there is a small risk that there could be infilling of the narrow neck of land between Seaton Sluice and Old Hartley. There is low risk of development here causing merger of settlements, although there is a small risk that there could be infilling of the narrow neck of land between Seaton Sluice and Old Hartley. (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment slightly raised nature of this area means that it contributes to the local countryside in a way that is proportionately greater than its relatively small extent would suggest. Development in this LPA would be a serious encroachment into high quality open countryside, which is all part of the Seaton Delaval Estate Conservation Area. Development in this LPA would be a serious encroachment into high quality open countryside in the immediate setting of Seaton Delaval Hall and its associated structures, as well as the open area where Holywell Dene meets (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns contribute to this purpose The LPA does not contribute to this purpose The LPA does not contribute to this purpose Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) Medium contribution to Green Belt purposes with only modest risk of sprawl and encroachment and no risk of merger. LPA SV11 Despite the modest contribution to preventing sprawl or merger, this area makes a strong contribution to open countryside and important settings. LPA SV12 Despite the modest contribution to preventing merger, this area makes a strong contribution to open countryside and important settings, as well as preventing sprawl. 16

SEATON VALLEY LPA Ref LPA name (1) Check unrestricted sprawl of large builtup areas SV13 Hartley East There is a risk of development filling this area in. Considerable risk of leapfrog development from conurbation. SV14 Hartley Links While development on the dunes is unlikely to be feasible, buildings would amount to sprawl from the two settlements at either end of the dunes. There is some pressure for coastal facilities. SV15 South Newsham While the A1061 serves to contain the southward spread of (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another There is low risk of development here causing merger of settlements, although areas of Whitley Bay are within sight. There is low risk of development here causing merger between settlements, although the two settlements can be seen from each other. Additional beach facilities in the form of built structures could cause a gradual ribbon development feel. There is low risk of development here causing merger (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment the coast. Development in this LPA would be a serious encroachment into a key area of open countryside in a very exposed cliff top location an area which also contributes to the setting of St Mary s Island, and Seaton Sluice harbour and is within the Seaton Delaval Hall Conservation Area. Development in this LPA would be a serious encroachment into a key area of open coast and be highly visible. Development in this LPA could be a serious encroachment into a (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns The LPA does not contribute to this purpose The LPA does not contribute to this purpose The LPA does not contribute to this purpose Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) LPA SV13 Despite the modest contribution to preventing merger, this area makes a strong contribution to open countryside and coast, very important settings, as well as preventing sprawl. LPA SV14 Despite the modest contribution to preventing merger and sprawl, this area makes a strong contribution to the open coast. LPA SV15 Despite the modest contribution to 17

SEATON VALLEY LPA Ref LPA name (1) Check unrestricted sprawl of large builtup areas Blyth to a certain extent, land to the south could be accessed. New Hartley is beyond the railway line. However, at the north end of Seaton Sluice, there is opportunity for the village to extend into this LPA. Overall, therefore it makes a high contribution to checking sprawl. (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another between settlements, although the three settlements that abut the area can be seen from each other. Links Road poses the strongest threat of ribbon development. (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment key area of open countryside that provides a setting not only for the coast but for Seaton Delaval Hall. (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) preventing merger, this area makes a strong contribution to open coastal countryside and preventing sprawl, especially from Seaton Sluice. 18

Table 2: Matrix to assess Seaton Valley Land Parcel Areas (LPAs) constraints mapping SEATON VALLEY LPA Label/Name Copy of Green Belt purposes Primary constraints Secondary constraints local matrix conclusions column) LPA SV01 Medium contribution to Green Belt purposes lack of nearby settlements (in terms of merger) and absence of any impact on historic town setting are balanced by a high risk that development could sprawl out from Seghill (in the absence of this protection) and the modest risk of further reduction in the rural feel of the LPA. LPA SV02 Despite the modest role in restricting sprawl it makes a very high contribution to Green Belt purposes overall as it is a key area of countryside within a narrow strip separating two villages. LPA SV03 Despite the modest role in restricting sprawl it makes a very high contribution to Green Belt purposes overall as it is a key area of national designations designations Hydrological Nil Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 (strand along a stream that runs into the Seaton Burn at E edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (various small areas occupying perhaps 10 to 15% of LPA) Sewer flood risk (small area close to Seghill) Nil Nil, (although ancient seminatural woodland abuts the eastern edge in one place). 19 EA Flood Zones 2&3 (strand along the Seaton Burn at N edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (fragments towards S of LPA) Sewer flood risk (none in LPA) Nil Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 (wide strip along the Seaton Burn towards S of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (areas towards north LPA) Detailed constraints conclusions While there are no designations, the floodrelated constraints, when taken together, suggest a modest level of caution is required. High constraints level The former landfill use across the whole LPA means that there is a high level of constraint in spite of the relatively low flood risk and the absence of designations. Despite having no designations, the constraints level can be said to be at the high end of medium, due to the combined coverage of

SEATON VALLEY LPA Label/Name Copy of Green Belt purposes matrix conclusions column) countryside within a narrow strip separating two villages. LPA SV04 Key role of the LPA in separating two villages, preventing sprawl and preserving countryside settings means that it makes a high contribution to the purposes of the Green Belt. LPA SV05 High contribution to Green Belt purposes lack of impact on historic towns is outweighed by encroachment on a key area of countryside that has a rural character and provides a setting for conservation areas. There is a modest risk of some sprawl and ribbon development between settlements. LPA SV06 High contribution to Green Belt purposes lack of Primary constraints national designations Listed Buildings (Holy Trinity Church and neighbouring vicarage both Grade II) right in the centre of LPA and highly visible. Listed Buildings (Footbridge over Seaton Burn - Grade II). Holywell Dene ancient woodland (extreme N) Holywell Dene ancient woodland (extreme N) Secondary constraints local designations Nil (although a LWGS abuts the north edge of the LPA at one point) Semi-natural woodland runs along Holywell Dene towards the north of LPA. Holywell Conservation crosses into the LPA at NE corner. Semi-natural woodland runs along Holywell Dene towards the N of LPA. 20 Hydrological Sewer flood risk (most of LPA all of that not in flood zones 2 or 3) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (west edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (various areas throughout LPA and strands along watercourses including SW edge of LPA) Sewer flood risk (whole of LPA) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (strand along Seaton Burn at N edge and some areas at S edge, but only taking up a small part of LPA overall) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (isolated small areas throughout LPA and narrow strand along Seaton Burn on N edge of LPA) Sewer flood risk (fringes on N and S edges) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (strand along Seaton Burn at N edge, but only taking up a v small part of LPA overall) Detailed constraints conclusions the different forms of flood risk. The LPA provides the setting for Holy Trinity Church and the vicarage in their copse, as well as the setting of the LWGS. This, along with due to the different forms of flood risk, bring the constraints level towards the high end of medium. Includes primary and secondary designations but, even cumulatively, these do not dominate the area. Even so, they do provide a barrier to expansion of Seaton Delaval / Holywell southwards. Some flood related constraints, while also localised, do have a similar barrier effect along the southern edge of the village(s). Includes primary and secondary designations,

SEATON VALLEY LPA Label/Name Copy of Green Belt purposes matrix conclusions column) impact on historic towns is outweighed by encroachment on a key area of countryside that has a rural character and provides a setting for conservation areas. There is a modest risk of some sprawl and ribbon development between settlements. LPA SV07 High contribution to Green Belt purposes - stemming development from encroaching into very open, readily accessible areas of countryside, and so preventing the compromising of the settings of parts of the Seaton Delaval Estate and Holywell village LPA SV08 High contribution to Green Belt purposes - stemming development from encroaching into very open, readily accessible areas of countryside, and so preventing the compromising Primary constraints national designations Listed Buildings (Holywell Manor House Grade II) in extreme SW of LPA. Holywell Pond SSSI Holywell Dene ancient woodland (extreme S) Registered Park and Garden along Avenue (extreme north) Registered Park and Garden along Avenue (extreme south) (NB New Hartley Pond SSSI abuts N side) Secondary constraints local designations Holywell Conservation crosses into the LPA at NE corner. Seaton Delaval Estate and Holywell Village Conservation Areas. Holywell Pond Local Nature Reserve Seaton Delaval Estate Conservation Area extreme S. Hydrological Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (narrow strands N-S and along Seaton Burn on N edge of LPA with other isolated pockets) Sewer flood risk (extreme fringes on N and S edges only) EA Flood Zones 2&3 limited to extreme south (Holywell Dene) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (Holywell Pond and numerous pockets across LPA) Sewer flood risk (whole of LPA) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (Nil) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (various small areas) Sewer flood risk throughout LPA Detailed constraints conclusions small parts within EA Flood Zones 2&3, some susceptibility to surface water and v small risk of sewer flooding. However, the main constraint is a former tip use that takes up around one third of the area towards its SE corner. While there are primary and secondary designations (with Holywell pond SSSI being central and dominant) and while the sewer flooding issue covers whole area, there are nevertheless areas closer to the settlement that would have low constraints. Therefore overall assessment is medium constraints. The need to retain the setting of the Registered Park and Garden/ conservation area of the Avenue, plus the flood realetd issues mean that the overall assessment of 21

SEATON VALLEY LPA Label/Name Copy of Green Belt purposes matrix conclusions column) of the settings of parts of the Seaton Delaval and preventing coalescence of Seaton Delaval and New Hartley. LPA SV09 High contribution to Green Belt purposes - due to its role in keeping Seaton Delaval and New Hartley separated and the vulnerability to sprawl / leapfrog development. Primary constraints national designations Secondary constraints local designations Hydrological New Hartley Pond SSSI Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 (narrow strand along Meggie s Burn towards N of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (3 E-W strips including Meggie s Burn + other small areas) Sewer flood risk (area in S half of LPPA) Detailed constraints conclusions constraints is medium. The New Hartley SSSI prevents development in much of the vulnerable area between the two villages. Elsewhere the constrainst (due to flood issues) are realtively dispersed and low. Overall medium. LPA SV10 Medium contribution to Green Belt purposes with only modest risk of sprawl and encroachment and no risk of merger. LPA SV11 Despite the modest contribution to preventing sprawl or merger, this area makes a strong contribution to countryside and important settings. Nil Listed Buildings (Primrose Cottage) Ancient woodland along Holywell Dene NB setting of Seaton Delaval Hall (being part of the Conservation Area) NB close to SPA on coast. Nil (NB abuts Seaton Delaval Conservation Area but this is separated by the railway line). LWGS along Holywell Dene. Whole area is part of the Seaton Delaval Hall Conservation Area. EA Flood Zones 2&3 (nil) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (small areas on the periphery of the LPA) Sewer flood risk (whole LPA) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (narrow strand along Seaton Burn on E edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (narrow strands associated with watercourses with small areas throughout LPA) Sewer flood risk (whole LPA) No designations and little risk of flooding. However, the reclaimed nature of the area is likely to create a constraint. High constraints level The Conservation Area, while being a secondary constraint, nevertheless denotes the setting of a Grade I listed Hall. Other designations (within and close by) and flood risk factors contribute. 22

SEATON VALLEY LPA Label/Name Copy of Green Belt purposes matrix conclusions column) LPA SV12 Despite the modest contribution to preventing merger, this area makes a strong contribution to open countryside and important settings, as well as preventing sprawl. LPA SV13 Despite the modest contribution to preventing merger, this area makes a strong contribution to open countryside and coast, very important settings, as well as preventing sprawl. LPA SV14 Despite the modest contribution to preventing merger and sprawl, this area makes a strong contribution to the open coast. Therefore high overall. LPA SV15 Despite the modest contribution to preventing merger, this area makes a Primary constraints national designations Listed Buildings (3 x Grade I i.e. Seaton Delaval hall, its Mausoleum and the Church of Our Lady, along with numerous other associated buildings and structures) Registered Park and Garden surrounding the Hall Ancient woodland along Holywell Dene NB close to SPA on coast. Listed Buildings (Grade II* Fort House and Grade II Delaval Arms) Immediately adjoins the SPA and SSSI on coast. Coastal SSSI overlaps Close to SPA at S end Registered Park and Garden along Avenue (extreme south) Listed Building (Lookout Farm Grade II, in prominent location at S end of LPA) Secondary constraints local designations LWGS along Holywell Dene. Whole area is part of the Seaton Delaval Hall Conservation Area. South of SPA is part of the Seaton Delaval Hall Conservation Area. South of SPA is part of the Seaton Delaval Hall Conservation Area. Southern two-thirds of SPA is part of the Seaton Delaval Hall Conservation Area. 23 Hydrological Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 Surface Water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (isolated areas throughout LPA and along steam E-W) Sewer flood risk (whole LPA) Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 (although adjoins areas subject to tidal flooding) Surface Water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (isolated areas) Sewer flood risk (most of LPA) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (significant areas towards N end and adjoining tidal flooding risk) Surface Water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (isolated areas) No sewer flooding risk. EA Flood Zones 2&3 (significant areas towards N end around Meggie s Burn) Surface Water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Detailed constraints conclusions High constraints level The Grade I Listed Buildings, the associated structures, Registered park and Garden, the Conservation Area and the other important designations (within and close by) denote a very high level of constraint. High constraints level The location adjacent to the international SPA is a strong constraint to development. The Grade II* Listed Building and the Conservation Area status are also important. High constraints level The natural designations and the flooding issues are severe constraints on development. High constraints level The combination of the Conservation association with Seaton Delaval Hall s

SEATON VALLEY LPA Label/Name Copy of Green Belt purposes matrix conclusions column) strong contribution to open coastal countryside and preventing sprawl, especially from Seaton Sluice. Primary constraints national designations Secondary constraints local designations Hydrological Deep 1:200 (isolated areas including along some watercourses) Sewer flood risk (all of the S and central parts of LPA) Detailed constraints conclusions setting and the high flood risk around Meggie s Burn lead to the conclusion that constraints are high. 24

Map 1: Seaton Valley Land Parcel Areas constraints and contribution to Green Belt purposes 25

Cramlington including East Cramlington, Hartford Bridge and south part of Stannington 5.4 Steps 1-2 of the Green Belt Review methodology carried out in the Northumberland Local Plan Core Strategy, Strategic Land Review, October 2013 indicates that the Green Belt bounds Cramlington to the east and west beyond the A189 and A1068 respectively, which in themselves form potential boundary limits to future expansion. To the south the area of Green Belt is also SSSI and golf course. The most unconstrained area is to the south west. Initial calculations as part of the Water Cycle Study suggest that Cramlington Wastewater Treatment Works has significant headroom to support new development. However some areas in the north and south of Cramlington are currently at risk of sewer flooding. Cramlington is located within National Character Area 13, South East Northumberland Coastal Plain. 5.5 The satellite settlement of Hartford Bridge and the southern areas of Stannington are assessed in the Cramlington matrices below. The north areas of Stannington are assessed in the Morpeth matrices. Table 4: Matrix to assess Cramlington Land Parcel Areas (LPAs) against purposes of Green Belt CRAMLINGTON (1) Check unrestricted LPA Ref CN01 CN02 LPA name Hartford Bridge South Hartford Bridge East sprawl of large built-up areas Some containment provided by the strong boundary of the River Blyth to north is balanced by a weaker boundary to the east increasing the risk of sprawl, which might occur through leapfrog development from the Tyne-Wear conurbation Some containment provided by strong boundary of River Blyth (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Strong containment by River Blyth to north and A192 on south edge is outweighed by a weaker boundary to the north, which increases risk of merger between Cramlington and the settlement of Hartford Bridge Strong containment by River Blyth to south is outweighed by a (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Some existing urban influences in LPA slightly increase the long-term risk of urbanisation of adjacent countryside and would impact on the setting of the rural settlement of Hartford Bridge Some existing urban influences in LPA slightly increase the (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns The LPA does not contribute to this purpose The LPA does not contribute to this purpose Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) LPA Ref LPA CN01 High contribution to Green Belt purposes lack of impact on historic town setting is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside. LPA CN02 High contribution to Green Belt purposes 26

CRAMLINGTON (1) Check unrestricted LPA Ref CN03 CN04 LPA name Hartford Bridge North East Hartford Bridge West sprawl of large built-up areas is balanced by weaker boundaries to the north which increases the prospect of sprawl in LPA Weaker containment of the edges of this LPA increases the risk of sprawl, which might occur through leapfrog development from the Tyne-Wear conurbation Weaker containment of the edges of this LPA increases the risk of sprawl, which might occur through leapfrog development from the Tyne-Wear conurbation CN05 Plessey Hall Some containment provided by the strong boundary of the R. Blyth to north is (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another weaker boundary to the north, which increases the risk of merger between Cramlington and Bedlington Development in this LPA would increase prospect of merger with Bedlington and Morpeth Development in this LPA would increase prospect of merger with Bedlington and Morpeth Development in this LPA would slightly increase prospect of merger with Bedlington (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment long-term risk of urbanisation of adjacent countryside and would impact on the setting of the rural settlement of Hartford Bridge Some existing urban influences at Hartford Bridge increase the long-term risk of urbanisation in adjacent countryside Some existing urban influences at Hartford Bridge, including the caravan site, increase the long-term risk of urbanisation in adjacent countryside Development in this LPA would increase the encroachment on the countryside and impact (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns The LPA does not contribute to this purpose The LPA does not contribute to this purpose The LPA does not contribute to this purpose Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) LPA Ref lack of impact on historic town setting is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside. LPA CN03 High contribution to Green Belt purposes lack of impact on historic town setting is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside. LPA CN04 High contribution to Green Belt purposes lack of impact on historic towns is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside. LPA CN05 High contribution to Green Belt purposes lack of impact on 27

CRAMLINGTON (1) Check unrestricted LPA Ref CN06 LPA name Stannington South East sprawl of large built-up areas balanced by a weaker boundary to the south adjacent to the Windmill Industrial Estate so that there is a medium risk of sprawl in this LPA Some containment provided by the River Blyth on the south edge of this LPA is outweighed by the greater risk of sprawl, which might occur through leap-frog development from the Tyne-Wear conurbation (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another and Morpeth Although there is no risk of merger with neighbouring towns there is a slightly increased risk of merger of Stannington with Stannington Station and Shotton through potential development pressure at both settlements and Netherton Park Farm which lies between them (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment on the rural setting of Hartford Bridge Development in this LPA would significantly increase the long-term risk of urbanisation in adjacent countryside and impact on the setting of the historic village of Stannington (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns The LPA does not contribute to this purpose Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) LPA Ref historic towns is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside LPA CN06 High contribution to Green Belt purposes - lack of impact on historic towns is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside. CN07 Stannington South West Some containment provided by the River Blyth on the southern edge of this LPA is outweighed by the greater risk of sprawl, which might occur Although there is no risk of merger with neighbouring towns there is a risk of merger between Stannington and Stannington Station on the opposite Development in this LPA would significantly increase the long-term risk of urbanisation in the countryside and impact on the setting of the historic village of The LPA does not contribute to this purpose LPA CN07 High contribution to Green Belt purposes - lack of impact on historic town setting is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger 28

CRAMLINGTON (1) Check unrestricted LPA Ref LPA name sprawl of large built-up areas through leap-frog development from the Tyne-Wear conurbation CN08* Northumberlandia Some containment provided by the A1, A1068 (Fisher Lane) and the East Coast Mainline Railway is balanced by some risk of sprawl, which might occur through leapfrog development from the Tyne-Wear conurbation CN09 Arcot Hall Some containment provided by the A19, (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another side of the A1 through potential development pressure at both settlements and Netherton Park Farm which lies between them Development in the south part of this LPA would increase the risk of merger with Seaton Burn and Wideopen across the County boundary Development in this LPA would increase the (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Stannington Development in the west and south of this LPA would increase the risk of urbanisation in the countryside and impact on the setting of the historic village of Stannington, Blagdon Hall and Northumberlandia landscape art Development in this LPA would increase the (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns The LPA does not contribute to this purpose The LPA does not contribute to this Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) LPA Ref and encroachment on the countryside. LPA CN08* Suggest dividing LPA to reflect different assessment character of the east of the LPA including Northumberlandia and land adjacent to Windmill Industrial Estate - design quality will be a key issue in a new eastern LPA Medium contribution to Green Belt purposes - lack of impact on historic towns is balanced by risks of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside LPA CN09 High contribution to 29

CRAMLINGTON (1) Check unrestricted LPA Ref CN10 CN11 LPA name Cramlington Moor Farm Annitsford (adjacent to Seghill) sprawl of large built-up areas A1068 (Fisher Lane) and the County boundary along the Sandy s Letch watercourse is outweighed by the greater risk of sprawl, which might occur through leap-frog development from the Tyne-Wear conurbation There is a risk of sprawl, which might occur through leapfrog development from the Tyne-Wear conurbation Some containment provided by the A19, A189, A190 and the County boundary along the Sandy s Letch is outweighed by the greater risk of sprawl, which might occur through leap-frog (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another risk of merger with Seaton Burn, Dudley and Annitsford across the County boundary There is a risk of merger between Cramlington and Dudley/Annitsford across the County boundary There is high risk of merger between Cramlington, Seghill and Dudley/Annitsford across the County boundary (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment risk of urbanisation in the countryside, which is already affected by urban influences from recreational use and the A19 Development in this LPA would increase the urbanisation of adjacent countryside Development in this LPA would encroach on open countryside (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) LPA Ref purpose Green Belt purposes - lack of impact on historic towns is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside The LPA does not contribute to this purpose The LPA does not contribute to this purpose LPA HM10 High contribution to Green Belt purposes - lack of impact on historic town setting is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside LPA CN11 High contribution to Green Belt purposes - lack of impact on historic town setting is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside. 30

CRAMLINGTON (1) Check unrestricted LPA Ref CN12 LPA name North Moor Farm (adjacent to Seaton Delaval) sprawl of large built-up areas development from the Tyne-Wear conurbation There is a risk of sprawl, which might occur through leapfrog development from the Tyne-Wear conurbation (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Cramlington and Blyth (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Development in this LPA would encroach on open countryside (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns The LPA does not contribute to this purpose Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) LPA Ref LPA CN12 High contribution to Green Belt purposes - lack of impact on historic town setting is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside.. 31

Table 5: Matrix to assess Cramlington Land Parcel Areas (LPAs) against constraints CRAMLINGTON LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes Primary constraints Secondary constraints local matrix conclusions column) LPA CN01 High contribution to Green Belt purposes lack of impact on historic town setting is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside LPA CN02 High contribution to Green Belt purposes lack of impact on historic town setting is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside LPA CN03 High contribution to Green Belt purposes lack of impact on historic town setting is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger national designations Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland on N edge associated with R. Blyth Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland on S edge associated with R. Blyth Listed Buildings (significant collection at Hartford Hall) designations LW&GS (along N edge of LPA associated with R. Blyth) LW&GS (along S edge of LPA associated with R. Blyth) 32 Hydrological EA Flood Zones 2&3 (strand along R. Blyth on N edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strands along R. Blyth in N and some small areas in SE corner of LPA) Sewer flood risk (most of LPA) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (narrow strand along R. Blyth on S edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (fragments on N edge and in centre of LPA) Nil Surface water Deep 1:200 Sewer flood risk (in w corner of LPA) Nil Nil Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (small areas throughout LPA) Detailed constraints conclusions High constraints level Primary and secondary designations, a strand within Flood Zones 2&3, some susceptibility to surface water flooding and sewer flood risk across most of LPA High constraints level Includes primary and secondary designations, strands within Flood Zones 2&3 and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding. Does not include statutory designations, no areas within Flood Zones 2&3 but there is some susceptibility to surface water flooding and

CRAMLINGTON LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) and encroachment on the countryside LPA CN04 In Green Belt with high contribution to Green Belt purposes lack of impact on historic town setting is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside LPA CN05 In Green Belt with high contribution to Green Belt purposes lack of impact on historic town setting is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside LPA CN06 In Green Belt with high contribution to Green Belt Primary constraints national designations Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland fragment on southern edge associated with River Blyth Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland along N edge associated with River Blyth Listed Buildings (Plessey Mill to N and Plessey Hall Farm to W of LPA) Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland along S edge associated with River Blyth Secondary constraints local designations LW&GS (along southern edge of LPA associated with River Blyth) LW&GS (along northern edge of LPA associated with River Blyth) LW&GS (along S edge of LPA associated with River Blyth) 33 Hydrological Sewer flood risk (small area in SW corner of LPA ) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (strand on S edge and larger area in NW corner of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (small areas throughout LPA and strands along watercourses including SW edge of LPA) Sewer flood risk (S part of LPA) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (strand along R. Blyth on N edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (isolated small areas throughout LPA and narrow strand along R. Blyth on N edge of LPA) Sewer flood risk (fringe on S edge adjacent to Acomb) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (narrow strand along R. Blyth on S edge of LPA) Detailed constraints conclusions sewer flooding. Includes primary and secondary designation, some parts within Flood Zones 2&3 and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding. High constraints level Includes primary and secondary designations, strand within EA Flood Zones 2&3, some susceptibility to surface water flooding and sewer flood risk across whole LPA. Includes primary and secondary designations,

CRAMLINGTON LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) purposes - lack of impact on historic town setting is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside LPA CN07 High contribution to Green Belt purposes - lack of impact on historic town setting is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside LPA CN08* Suggest dividing LPA to reflect different assessment character of the east of the LPA including Northumberlandia and land adjacent to Windmill Primary constraints national designations Listed Buildings (Swan Farm to N of LPA) Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland along N edge associated with R. Blyth Listed Buildings (group of buildings associated with Shotton Farms) Secondary constraints local designations LW&GS (along S edge of LPA associated with River Blyth) LW&GS (along S edge of LPA associated with River Blyth) Hydrological Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (very narrow strand along R. Blyth on S edge of LPA, isolated small areas throughout and larger area adjacent to Stannington) Sewer flood risk (N ½ LPA) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (wide area along Catraw Burn on W edge and R. Blyth on S edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (very narrow strand along R. Blyth on S edge and Catraw Burn on W edge of LPA with isolated small areas throughout) Sewer flood risk (N part LPA) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (narrow strand along R. Blyth of N edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (small areas throughout particularly in Detailed constraints conclusions some parts within EA Flood Zones 2&3, some susceptibility to surface water and risk of sewer flooding through north half of LPA. Includes primary and secondary designations, wide areas within EA Flood Zones 2&3, some susceptibility to surface water flooding and risk of sewer flooding across north part of LPA. Includes primary designations, strand within EA Flood Zones 2&3, some susceptibility to surface water flooding and risk of sewer flood in extreme south 34

CRAMLINGTON LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) Industrial Estate to allow - design quality will be a key issue in a new eastern LPA Medium contribution to Green Belt purposes - lack of impact on historic towns is balanced by risks of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside LPA CN09 High contribution to Green Belt purposes - lack of impact on historic towns is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside Primary constraints national designations Listed Buildings (groups of buildings at Arcot Hall and Damdykes Farm) SSSI (large area in N half of LPA) Secondary constraints local designations Hydrological W and S parts of LPA) Sewer flood risk (small area in S corner of LPA) Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 (strand along Sandy s Letch on LPA S edge) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:30 (Small areas throughout LPA) Sewer flood risk (area in NW corner of LPPA) Detailed constraints conclusions corner of LPA. High constraints level Includes significant primary designations, which outweighs the lesser constraints in relation to EA Flood Zones 2&3, some susceptibility to surface water flooding and risk of sewer flood in north west corner of LPA. LPA HM10 High contribution to Green Belt purposes - lack of impact on historic town setting is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside Listed Building (Church of St John the Baptist on E edge of LPA) Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 (wider strand along Sandy s Letch on S edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (wide strands associated with watercourse in N part along the A117 and small areas through S part LPA) Includes primary designation only with parts within EA Flood Zones 2&3 and sewer flood risk across whole LPA. 35

CRAMLINGTON LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) LPA CN11 High contribution to Green Belt purposes - lack of impact on historic town setting is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside LPA CN12 High contribution to Green Belt purposes - lack of impact on historic town setting is outweighed by higher risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment on the countryside Primary constraints national designations Listed Buildings (Seghill Hall associated structures) Nil Secondary constraints local designations Hydrological Sewer flood risk (all LPA) Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 (narrow strand along burn on N edge of LPA and wider strand crossing LPA along Seaton Burn) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (narrow strands associated with watercourses in N part of LPA and Seaton Burn with small areas through LPA) Sewer flood risk (all LPA) Local Nature Reserve (in SW corner of LPA) Northumberland Wildlife Trust Reserve and Local Wildlife & Geological Site (in land adjacent to S edge of LPA) Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 Surface Water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (isolated areas throughout LPA) Sewer flood risk (S ½ LPA) Detailed constraints conclusions Does not include statutory designations but some of the LPA is in Flood Zones 2&3, there is some susceptibility to surface water flooding and sewer flood risk across whole LPA. Medium constraints Includes secondary designations only and no land within EA Flood Zones 2&3, there is some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flood risk across south half of LPA. 36

Map 2: Cramlington Land Parcel Areas - constraints and contribution to Green Belt purposes 37

6. Settlement Assessments South East Delivery Area Hexham including Acomb 6.1 Steps 1-2 of the Green Belt Review methodology were carried out in the Northumberland Local Plan Core Strategy, Strategic Land Review, (SLR) October 2013. The results of this work indicate that Hexham is tightly constrained by the Green Belt. Analysis in the SLR suggests that, without redrawing its boundaries, no more than approximately 330 dwellings could be accommodated in the town. There is also a shortage of employment land in the town with very limited opportunities on non-green Belt sites. In order to accommodate development to maintain and strengthen the town s role it is necessary to review Green Belt boundaries. Table 6: Matrix to assess Hexham Land Parcel Areas (LPAs) against purposes of Green Belt (1) (2) (3) Check unrestricted Prevent neighbouring Assist in safeguarding sprawl of large built-up towns merging into the countryside from areas one another encroachment HEXHAM LPA LPA name HM01* Old Bridge End Open land on both sides of the A69 and down to the River Tyne increase the prospect of sprawl in LPA HM02 The Hermitage Strong containment by A69 to north, B6529 to east and River Tyne to south minimises prospect of sprawl While development on open land across most of this LPA would increase prospect of merger with Acomb, across a narrow gap to the A69 however development on the N edge of the LPA along Howford Lane would not have such impact on merger Strong containment by A69 to north minimises prospect of merger with Acomb Some existing urban influences, particularly along Howford Lane increase long-term risk of urbanisation of adjacent countryside across part of the LPA No existing urban influences in LPA and strong containment by A69 to north minimises long-term risk of urbanisation of (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Clear views of LPA from raised section of A69 bypassing the town and significant recreational use of historic ornamental parkland means most of LPA contributes to historic setting of the town LPA only briefly glimpsed from bridges approaching town but significant recreational use of historic ornamental parkland Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) LPA HM01 The N edge of this LPA requires further consideration due to conflicting contributions between Howford Lane and the remainder of the LPA, which contributes strongly to Green Belt purposes LPA HM02 Medium contribution to Green Belt purposes due to strong containment naturally containing sprawl, 38

LPA HEXHAM LPA name HM03* Anickgrange Haugh (1) Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Strong containment by A69 to north and River Tyne to south minimises prospect of sprawl but the existing major industrial use could expand HM04 Acomb Some containment provided by strong boundary of A69 to south lessens the prospect of sprawl in LPA HM05 Oakwood Some containment provided by strong boundary of A69 to south lessens the prospect of sprawl in LPA (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Strong containment by A69 to north minimises prospect of merger with Acomb but LPA extending along river to east could increase risk of merger with Corbridge Development on open hillside would increase prospect of merger with Acomb, across a narrow gap Development on open hillside would increase prospect of merger with Acomb, across a narrow gap to the A69 39 (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment adjacent countryside Adjacent major industrial creates urbanised fringe influence in part of LPA conflicting with open pasture and wooded banks and islands Some existing urban influences on the edge of Acomb increase the long-term risk of urbanisation in adjacent countryside Some existing urban influences at Oakwood increase the long-term risk of urbanisation in adjacent countryside (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns means LPA contributes to historic setting of the town Clear views from raised section of A69 increases LPAs contribution to historic setting of both Hexham and Corbridge but proximity to industrial uses on north edge lessens effect of setting Clear views of the town from parts of LPA and inclusion of ornamental designed landscapes means LPA contributes to Hexham s historic setting Clear views of the town from parts of LPA means LPA contributes to Hexham s historic setting Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) merger or long-term urbanisation but development in this LPA would increase risk of coalescence with Acomb LPA HM03 This LPA requires subdivision due to conflicting contributions between area immediately adjacent to industrial use and Tyne floodplain near Corbridge LPA HM04 High contribution to Green Belt purposes LPA HM05 The significance of clear views across the Tyne valley outweigh minimal risk of sprawl HM06 Broom Park Some containment There is no risk of There are some Views of the town LPA HM06

LPA HEXHAM LPA name (1) Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas provided by the River Tyne to the west and Howford Lane and north edge of Acomb minimises the prospect of sprawl in LPA HM07 Red Burn There is no risk of sprawl in LPA HM08 Acomb Fell There is no risk of sprawl in LPA HM09 Anickgrange Some containment provided by strong boundary of A69 to south lessens the prospect of sprawl in (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another merger with other settlements There is no risk of merger with other settlements There is no risk of merger with other settlements There is no risk of merger with other settlements (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment existing urban influences in this LPA along Howford Lane Some existing urban influences on the north edge of Acomb increase the long-term risk of urbanisation in adjacent countryside There is very little built environment and no apparent long-term risk of urbanisation in LPA Some existing urban influences at Anick and east edge of Oakwood increase the long-term risk of urbanisation in (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns from parts of LPA means LPA contributes to Hexham s historic setting Clear views to and from Hexham means LPA contributes to Hexham s historic setting Clear views to and from Hexham means LPA contributes to Hexham s historic setting including the wider context of Hexham in relation to the Hadrian s Wall World Heritage Site on the north edge of LPA Clear views to and from Hexham means LPA contributes to Hexham s historic setting Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) The S and SE edge of this LPA requires further consideration due to conflicting contributions between Howford Lane and the remainder of the LPA LPA HM07 The significance of clear views to and from Hexham and some urbanising influences in the LPA outweigh minimal risk of sprawl and merger LPA HM 08 The significance of clear views to and from Hexham outweigh minimal risk of sprawl and merger LPA HM09 The significance of clear views to and from Hexham outweigh minimal risk of sprawl 40

LPA HEXHAM LPA name (1) Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas HM10 Beaufront Castle Some containment provided by a strong framework of historic estate woodlands and Corchester Lane lessens the prospect of sprawl in LPA HM11 Sandhoe Some containment provided by Dere Street Roman Road on the east boundary and a strong framework of historic estate woodlands and Corchester Lane lessens the prospect of sprawl in LPA HM12 Stagshaw Bank There is no risk of sprawl in LPA (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another 41 (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) LPA adjacent countryside and merger There is no risk of merger with other settlements There is no risk of merger with other settlements There is no risk of merger with other settlements The prevalence of clusters of farm and estate buildings increase long-term risk of urbanisation The prevalence of clusters of farm and estate buildings increase long-term risk of urbanisation There is very little built environment and no apparent long-term risk of urbanisation in LPA Clear views to and from Hexham means LPA contributes to historic settings of both Hexham and Corbridge Clear views to and from Hexham means LPA contributes to historic settings of both Hexham and Corbridge Clear views to and from Hexham means LPA contributes to Hexham s historic setting including the wider context of Hexham and Corbridge in relation to the Hadrian s Wall World Heritage Site on the north edge of LPA LPA HM10 The significance of clear views to and from Hexham and Corbridge outweighs minimal risk of sprawl and merger LPA HM11 The significance of clear views to and from Hexham and Corbridge outweighs minimal risk of sprawl and merger LPA HM12 The significance of clear views to and from Hexham and Corbridge outweighs minimal risk of sprawl and merger HM13 Wide Haugh Strong containment Development on The railway and Clear views to and LPA HM13

LPA HEXHAM LPA name (1) Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas by Cock Wood, River Tyne and Devil s Water minimises prospect of sprawl but potential for ribbon development along A695 increase it HM14 Cock Wood There is no risk of sprawl in LPA HM15 Mount Pleasant Strong containment by the Yarridge Road along the top of the high ridge above Hexham is balanced by a less well defined south Hexham urban edge HM16 Racecourse Strong containment by the Yarridge Road along the top of the (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another open hillside would increase prospect of merger with Corbridge and Dilston across a narrow gap There is no risk of merger with other settlements There is no risk of merger with other settlements There is no risk of merger with other settlements (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment A695, provide urbanising influences, which with potential ribbon development along A695 increase long-term risk of urbanisation LPA is mainly dense estate woodland around a single property but the railway and A695 on the north edge provide urbanising influences, which increase longterm risk of urbanisation There are some existing urbanised influences on the north edge but potential for ribbon development along the C278 and Dipton Mill Roads is mitigated by steep slopes and Highways access issues There are some existing urbanised influences around the (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns from Hexham means LPA contributes to the historic settings of Hexham and Corbridge Views to and from Hexham and Corbridge are restricted by the dominance of woodland cover but due to the steep slope any development is likely to affect the historic settings of Hexham and Corbridge Views to and from Hexham and Corbridge are restricted by the dominance of woodland cover but due to the steep slope any development is likely to affect the historic settings of Hexham and Corbridge The LPA is prominent on the skyline above Hexham and due to the Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) High contribution to Green Belt purposes that outweighs minor risk of sprawl LPA HM14 The significance of even restricted views to and from Hexham outweigh the minimised risk of sprawl and merger LPA HM15 The significance of even restricted views to and from Hexham outweigh the minimised risk of sprawl and merger LPA HM16 The significance of views to and from 42

LPA HEXHAM LPA name HM17* Cockshaw Burn HM18* High Wood HM19* Tyne Green (1) Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas high ridge above Hexham reduces the risk of sprawl Strong containment by the Yarridge Road along the top of the high ridge above Hexham is balanced by a less well defined west Hexham urban edge Strong containment by the Darden Burn to the west and B6531 and A69 to the N minimises risk of sprawl but High Wood presents an opportunity to create a stronger boundary on the E edge Strong containment by the RiverTyne and (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another There is no risk of merger with other settlements There is no risk of merger with other settlements Development in part of this LPA would (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment racecourse There are some urban influences across parts of the LPA The north east approach from the A69 and the east are urban fringe in character but the remainder of the farm and woodland is more akin to open countryside There are some existing urban (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns steep slope any development is likely to affect the historic settings of Hexham and Corbridge In large parts of this LPA are prominent on the skyline above Hexham and development is likely to affect the historic setting however the NE corner of the LPA outside the Upland Commons and Farmland Character Type is screened by wooded valleys The LPA is on land rising up from the R.Tyne valley and Hexham but tree cover rand the more convoluted topography around an east flowing stream The low level of this area in comparison Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) Hexham outweigh the minimised risk of sprawl and merger LPA HM17 This LPA requires subdivision due to conflicting contributions between the NE corner of the LPA and the remainder LPA HM18 Boundaries of this LPA could be amended to reflect the potential for a stronger boundary to the east LPA HM19 This LPA requires sub- 43

LPA HEXHAM LPA name (1) Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas B6351 minimises the risk of sprawl (2) Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another increase the risk of merger with Acomb and the small settlement of Bridge End (3) Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment influences in the urban fringe recreational uses for part of this LPA and it is crossed by major infrastructure routes but the dominant character of the area is river valley floor, open countryside (4) Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns to the main roads across it, the north facing aspect and some woodland cover means that while the character of this area represents an important approach to the town, it does not contribute to the town s setting Conclusion Balance of contributions to purposes (1) to (4) division due to conflicting contributions between areas either side of the A69 Table7: Matrix to assess Hexham Land Parcel Areas (LPAs) against constraints HEXHAM LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) HM01 Old Bridge End The N edge of this LPA requires further consideration due to conflicting contributions between Howford Lane and the remainder of the LPA, which contributes strongly to Green Belt purposes Primary constraints national designations Secondary constraints local designations Hydrological SSSI along Tyne riverside Nil EA Flood Zone 2 (S half of LPA) EA Flood Zone 3 (fringes on W & S of LPA) Surface water shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (significant areas throughout LPA) Sewer flood risk (LPA E half ) HM02 The Hermitage Listed Buildings (Group at LW&GS (small area N of EA Flood Zones 2&3 (fringe on NW edge of LPA) 44 Detailed constraints conclusions High constraints level Primary designation constraints over part of LPA and widespread susceptibility to flood risk High constraints level

HEXHAM LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) Medium contribution to Green Belt purposes due to strong containment naturally containing sprawl, merger or long-term urbanisation but development in this LPA would increase risk of coalescence with Acomb HM03* Anickgrange Haugh This LPA requires subdivision due to conflicting contributions between area immediately adjacent to industrial use and Tyne floodplain near Corbridge HM04 Acomb High contribution to Green Belt purposes Primary constraints national designations Secondary constraints local designations Hydrological The Hermitage) factory) Surface water Shallow 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (small areas throughout LPA) Surface water Deep 1:200 in smaller areas scattered throughout LPA) Sewer flood risk ( all LPA) Nil Small area of Grade 2 Agricultural land across SE corner of LPA Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (centre along Birkey Burn) Listed Buildings (various groups including Riding Farm) Conservation Area (Acomb) 45 EA Flood Zones 2&3 (most of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (wide strands throughout LPA particularly in NE part) Surface water Deep 1:200 in smaller areas but particularly in N part of LPA) Sewer flood risk (limited to extreme SW corner close to R.Tyne) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (following water course W/E through centre of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (narrow strands following watercourse and larger are on SW edge of LPA and effecting S and E of Acomb settlement) Sewer flood risk (fringes of LPA in N adjacent to Acomb and on SW Detailed constraints conclusions Includes primary and secondary designation, surface water flood susceptibility throughout and sewer flood risk across the whole LPA) No primary designations but some higher grade agricultural land, slight susceptibility to surface water or sewer flooding and most of the LPA is within Flood Zones 2 & 3. High constraints level Includes primary and secondary designations, some areas in Flood Zones 2&3 and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding.

HEXHAM LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) HM05 Oakwood The significance of clear views across the Tyne valley outweigh minimal risk of sprawl HM06 The S and SE edge of this LPA requires further consideration due to conflicting contributions between Howford Lane and the remainder of the LPA HM07 Red Burn The significance of clear views to and from Hexham Primary constraints national designations Listed Buildings (groups at Bank Farm and East Oakwood Farm) Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (fringe along W edge of LPA) SSSI along Tyne riverside Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (centre along Red Burn) Secondary constraints local designations Nil LW&GS (fringes W edge of LPA along R. North Tyne) LW&GS (N edge of LPA along Fallowfield Dene) 46 Hydrological edge) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (fringe on S edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strands running N to S between Oakwood and East Park and areas on S edge of LPA adjacent to A69) Surface water Deep 1:200 (restricted to small areas on S edge of LPA adjacent to A69) Sewer flood risk (LPA E half ) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (fringe following watercourses on W edge and SE corner of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200 (narrow strands associated with watercourses and topographical features through centre of LPA, on W edge along R. North Tyne and associated with Quarry) Surface water Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (small but significant areas related to watercourses including R. North Tyne, dismantled railway and quarry) Sewer flood risk (small area on S edge of LPA adjacent to Acomb) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (following watercourse N to S through centre of LPA) Detailed constraints conclusions Includes primary designations, some areas in Flood Zones 2 and 3, some susceptibility to surface water flooding and half of the LPA susceptible to sewer flooding. Includes primary and secondary designation, some of area in Flood Zones 2&3, some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding High constraints level Includes significant primary and secondary designation and parts

HEXHAM LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) and some urbanising influences in the LPA outweigh minimal risk of sprawl and merger HM08 Acomb Fell The significance of clear views to and from Hexham outweigh minimal risk of sprawl and merger HM09 Anickgrange The significance of clear views to and from Hexham outweigh minimal risk of sprawl and merger HM10 Beaufront Castle The significance of clear views to and from Hexham and Corbridge outweighs Primary constraints national designations World Heritage Site Buffer Zone (NE corner of LPA) Listed Buildings (small group at Engine Cottage) World Heritage Site Buffer Zone (Most of northern part of LPA) Listed Buildings (small group at Anick) Listed Buildings (significant collections of buildings at Beaufront Castle and Sandhoe Hall) Secondary constraints local designations LW&GS (small fringe on W edge of LPA associated with Fallowfield Dene) Small area of Grade 2 Agricultural land across SE corner of LPA Grade 2 Agricultural Land across SE half of LPA 47 Hydrological Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (very narrow strand associated with watercourse NE to SW through centre of LPA) Sewer flood risk (fringe on S edge adjacent to Acomb) EA Flood Zone 2 - Nil Surface water Shallow 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (very narrow strands associated with minor watercourses and road structures) Surface Water Deep 1:200 (isolated fragments including association with small watercourses on N edge) Sewer flood risk - Nil EA flood zones 2&3 (small area at head of watercourse in S of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 ( continuous narrow strand associated with the Birkey Burn across centre of LPA) Sewer flood risk (area in SW corner of LPA) EA Flood Zones - Nil SFRA surface water less (part small areas assoc. Surface water Shallow 1:200 and Detailed constraints conclusions of LPA susceptible to sewer and surface water flooding. High constraints level Includes significant primary and secondary designation and parts of LPA susceptible to surface water flooding. Although there is nil risk of sewer flooding. Includes primary designations, high grade agricultural land and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding but none of the LPA is in Flood Zones 2or3. Includes significant primary designations and high grade agricultural land but only

HEXHAM LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) minimal risk of sprawl and merger HM11 Sandhoe The significance of clear views to and from Hexham and Corbridge outweighs minimal risk of sprawl and merger Primary constraints national designations World Heritage Site Buffer Zone (Northern edge of LPA) Listed Buildings (significant collections of buildings associated with Beaufront Woodhead Cottages, Sandhoe Hall and Stagshaw House) Secondary constraints local designations Note from OS map extensive cultivation terrace remains Small area of Grade 2 Agricultural land across SE corner of LPA Hydrological Shallow 1:30 (wide strands associated with Redhouse Burn and Corchester Lane as well as small isolated fragments throughout LPA) Surface water Deep 1:200 (narrow strand along Redhouse Burn and associated with Corchester Lane on S edge of LPA) Sewer flood risk - Nil EA Flood Zones - Nil Surface water Shallow 1:200 (very narrow strands mainly in south part of LPA) Surface water Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (very isolated fragments associated with buildings throughout south part of LPA) Sewer flood risk - Nil Detailed constraints conclusions moderate susceptibility to surface water flooding and nil risk of sewer flooding. High constraints level Includes significant primary designations, high grade agricultural land and although the LPA is not within Flood Zones 2&3 and has nil risk of sewer flood risk there is some susceptibility to surface water flooding. HM12 Stagshaw Bank The significance of clear views to and from Hexham and Corbridge outweighs minimal risk of sprawl and merger World Heritage Site (N edge of LPA follows edge of site) World Heritage Site Buffer Zone (Whole LPA) Scheduled Ancient Monument (Hadrian s Wall and round cairn W of Stanley Cottages) Listed Buildings (small Note from OS map various archaeological remains 48 EA Flood Zones - Nil Surface water Deep 1:200 (isolated small fragments on W side f LPA and large area in S part of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 significant strands throughout LPA including along Birkey Burm, Stagshaw Burn, large area in S part of LPA and associated with springs) High constraints level Includes significant primary designations and although the LPA is not within Flood Zones 2&3 and has nil risk of sewer flood risk there is some susceptibility to surface water flooding.

HEXHAM LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) HM13 Wide Haugh High contribution to Green Belt purposes that outweighs minor risk of sprawl HM14 Cock Wood The significance of even restricted views to and from Hexham and to or from Corbridge outweigh the minimised risk of sprawl and merger HM15 Mount Pleasant The significance of even restricted views to and from Hexham and to or from Corbridge outweigh the minimised risk of sprawl and merger Primary constraints national designations group at Portgate) Nil Listed Building (Significant group in centre of LPA associated with Duke s House and single building at northern edge of LPA at Craneshaugh) Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (W edge of LPA along Wydon Burn) Listed Building (various individual buildings at High Shields on northern edge of LPA) Secondary constraints local designations Grade 2 Agricultural Land across most of LPA Nil Nil Hydrological Sewer flood risk - Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 (most of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (significant coverage f small areas throughout LPA) Sewer flood risk (fringe in SW corner of LPA) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (fringe on N edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (small areas particularly throughout south of LPA associated with topographical features and on northern edge associated with A695 and railway) Sewer flood risk (N. & W. edges of LPA adjacent to Hexham) EA Flood Zones - Nil Surface water Shallow 1:200 (small areas in centre and NE of LPA as well as narrow strand on W edge associated with housing on Intake Way) Surface water Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (several small areas in centre and NE of LPA) Sewer flood risk (large area in N Detailed constraints conclusions Does not include primary designations but includes high grade agricultural land, most of the LPA is in Flood Zones 2&3., fringes and isolated areas susceptible to surface water and sewer flooding. Includes significant group of primary designations, edges of the area are in Flood Zones 2&3 and there is some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding. Includes primary designations but none of the LPA is in Flood Zones 2&3 but there is some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding. 49

HEXHAM LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) HM16 Racecourse The significance of views to and from Hexham and to or from Corbridge outweigh the minimised risk of sprawl and merger HM17* Cockshaw Burn This LPA requires subdivision due to conflicting contributions between the NE corner of the LPA and the remainder HM18* High Wood Boundaries of this LPA could be amended to reflect the potential for a stronger boundary to the east Primary constraints national designations Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (S edge of LPA along Dipton Burn) Listed Building (isolated individual at Watch Currick) Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (S edge of LPA along Cockshaw Burn) Listed Building (various individual, scattered buildings at Breckon Hill, Summerrods, Highford and Low Yarridge) Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (W edge of LPA along Darden Burn and fragment near N edge of LPA ) Listed Building (various individual, scattered buildings at Bagraw Farm, Fairshaw Farm, Highside, Leazes, and Highwood Farm) Secondary constraints local designations LW&GS (on S edge of LPA along Dipton Burn) Nil Nil 50 Hydrological part of LPA) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (fringe on S edge of LPA following Dipton Burn) Surface Water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (scattered small areas associated with springs, particularly large triangle in middle of race course) Sewer flood risk -Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 (small area on Cockshaw Burn in NE corner of LPA) Surface Water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (scattered small areas associated with springs, particularly large triangle in middle of race course) Sewer flood risk (N and E edges of LPA adjacent to Hexham) EA Flood Zone s 2& (fringe on W edge of LPA following course of Darden Burn) Surface Water Shallow 1:200 (areas associated with Plain Trees Farm, Darden Burn to W and minor watercourses on N facing slope and towards Leazes) Surface Water Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (small areas on S edge near Plain Trees farm and Detailed constraints conclusions Includes primary and secondary designations, some parts of the LPA are in Flood Zones 2&3 and there is some susceptibility to surface water flooding but no sewer flood risk. Medium constraints Includes primary designations, a small part of the LPA is in Flood Zones 2&3 and there is some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding. Medium constraints Includes primary designations, a small part of the LPA is in Flood Zones 2&3 and there is some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding.

HEXHAM LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) HM19*Tyne Green This LPA requires subdivision due to conflicting contributions between areas either side of the A69 Primary constraints national designations SSSI (on NE edge of LPA along Tyne valley) Listed Building (various individual, scattered buildings at the cemetery, The Spittal and Westwood) Secondary constraints local designations Large area of Grade 2 Agricultural Land in NW of LPA Hydrological narrow strand associated with Darden Burn on W and isolated small areas on N facing slope of LPA) Sewer flood risk (area on SE corner of LPA) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (significant areas in N of LPA north of A69) Surface Water Shallow 1:200 significant coverage associated with R. Tyne and throughout N part of LPA, small areas throughout S part of LPA) Surface Water Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 ( associated with R. Tyne, small areas throughout LPA and significant areas between A69 and railway) Detailed constraints conclusions High constraints level Includes primary designations, high grade agricultural land, significant areas within Flood Zones 2&3 and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding. 51

Map 3: Hexham Land Parcel Areas - constraints and contribution to Green Belt purposes 52

Prudhoe including Mickley Square, Ovingham, Ovington, Horsley and Wylam 6.2 Steps 1-2 of the Green Belt Review methodology were carried out in the Northumberland Local Plan Core Strategy, Strategic Land Review October 2013. The results of the work indicates that that the main constraints to Prudhoe s future growth relate to the Green Belt, the topography, a poor road network within the town and drainage issues: Prudhoe s built-up area has reached the edge of Green Belt in all directions. Apart from the site close to the town centre that has been the subject of recent proposals, some modest brownfield sites, and a few pockets of land along the southern periphery of the town there are no obvious significant opportunities for further housing. Notwithstanding the Green Belt constraints, topography is a key consideration for any major extension north or south and to the north the open hill top of Mickley Moor is an area of higher landscape sensitivity. Poor road access between the A695 / town centre area and the distributor road, (comprising Highfield Lane, South Road and Moor Road), that serves the upper, southern section of the town, constrains the amount of growth that could occur in this area of the town before upgrading of this road system would be needed. Even where topography is less of a constraint to the east of Prudhoe the Green Belt is tightly drawn, (notwithstanding the status of Prudhoe Hospital, (which is being vacated), as a major developed site where development on the footprint is possible. In terms of wastewater Prudhoe is served by Howdon (in North Tyneside), which is currently subject to monitoring and assessment to confirm its long- term capacity. 6.3 As outlined above, the Green Belt is tightly drawn around Prudhoe. The above analysis suggests that, without redrawing its boundaries, no more than about 700 more dwellings could be accommodated in the town. There is also already a shortage of employment land in the town with fairly limited opportunities on non-green Belt sites. In order to accommodate development to maintain and strengthen the town s role it is necessary to review Green Belt boundaries. 6.4 The satellite settlements of Mickley Square, Ovingham and Wylam are assessed in the Prudhoe matrices. 53

Table 8: Matrix to assess Prudhoe Land Parcel Areas (LPAs) against purposes of Green Belt LPA Label PRUDHOE LPA Name PE01 Wellburn - adjacent to Ovingham Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Strong containment by the R.Tyne reduces the risk of sprawl but this is balanced by potential sprawl from Ovingham PE02 Ovington Some risk of leapfrog development into this LPA increases the risk of sprawl PE03 The Hermitage adjacent to Ovingham Some risk of leapfrog development into this LPA increases the risk of sprawl PE04 Horsley Strong containment by the A69 reduces the wider risk of sprawl but this is balanced by Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Prudhoe, Ovingham and Ovington Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Prudhoe, Ovingham and Ovington Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Prudhoe, Ovingham and Wylam Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Prudhoe, Ovingham, Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Existing urban influences from ribbon development along the Ovington road increase the risk of encroachment on otherwise open countryside Existing urban influences from ribbon development along the road from Ovington to Overdene increase the risk of encroachment on otherwise open countryside Existing urban influences from ribbon development along the road from Ovington to Wylam increase the risk of encroachment on otherwise open countryside Existing urban influences from potential development associated with Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Views across the R.Tyne and from within Prudhoe contribute to the setting of Prudhoe Views across the R.Tyne and from within Prudhoe contribute to the setting of Prudhoe Views across the R.Tyne and from within Prudhoe contribute to the setting of Prudhoe The elevated slopes of this LPA contribute to views across the R.Tyne and from within Conclusion Risk of encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl and merger. Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl. Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl. Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk 54

LPA Label PRUDHOE LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion some risk of leapfrog development from beyond Wylam Horsley and Wylam adjacent Horsley increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open countryside Prudhoe, which affect the setting of Prudhoe and Wylam of sprawl. PE05 Horsley Wood Strong containment by the Ovingham to Wylam road reduces the wider risk of sprawl but this is balanced by some risk of leapfrog development from beyond Wylam Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Prudhoe, Ovingham, Horsley and Wylam Potential for ribbon development along the Holeyn Hall road increase the risk of encroachment on open countryside The woodland contributes to the wider setting of Prudhoe and Wylam including as viewed from within Prudhoe across the R.Tyne Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl PE06 W of Holeyn Hall Road adjacent to Wylam Strong containment by the R.Tyne and Horsley to Heddon road reduces the wider risk of sprawl but this is balanced by some risk of leapfrog development from the direction of Newcastle Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Prudhoe, Wylam and Heddon on the Wall Potential for ribbon development along the Holeyn Hall road increases the risk of encroachment on open countryside The elevated slopes of this LPA contribute to views from within Prudhoe and across the R.Tyne, which affect the setting of Prudhoe and Wylam Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl. PE07 Holeyn Hall - adjacent to Wylam Some containment by the Horsley to Heddon road reduces the wider risk of sprawl but this is balanced by some risk of leapfrog development from the Development in this LPA would not increase the risk of merger Potential for ribbon development along the Holeyn Hall road increases the risk of encroachment on open countryside The elevated slopes of this LPA contribute to views across the R.Tyne and from within Prudhoe, which affect the setting of Prudhoe and Wylam Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl. 55

LPA Label PRUDHOE LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion direction of Newcastle PE08 Stephenson s Cottage - adjacent to Wylam Strong containment by the R.Tyne reduces the wider risk of sprawl but this is balanced by some risk of leapfrog development from the direction of Newcastle Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Prudhoe, Wylam and Heddon on the Wall Potential for urban edge development east of Wylam increases the risk of encroachment on open countryside Views across the R.Tyne and from within Prudhoe contribute to the wider setting of Prudhoe Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl. PE09 Hagg Bank Bridge Potential for leapfrog development from the direction of Gateshead increases the risk of sprawl in this LPA Development in this LPA would strongly increase the risk of merger between Prudhoe and Wylam Potential ribbon development along the Wylam Wood Road increase the risk of encroachment in this LPA Views along the Wylam Wood Road contribute to the wider setting of Prudhoe This LPA contributes to all NPPF Green Belt purposes PE10 Cattyside Wood A weak urban edge and potential for leapfrog development from the direction of Gateshead increases the risk of sprawl in this LPA Development in this LPA would strongly increase the risk of merger between Prudhoe and Crawcrook, Gateshead Existing urban influences in this LPA increase the risk of encroachment The elevated slopes of this LPA contribute to long views and affect the setting of Prudhoe and Wylam This LPA contributes to all NPPF Green Belt purposes PE11 Prudhoe Hospital Strong containment by the Stanley Burn and B6395 is balanced by the proximity of Gateshead and potential for leapfrogging, which increases risk of sprawl The brownfield character of much of this LPA means that development would not increase the risk of merger The potential for reuse of brownfield land in this LPA, the former Prudhoe Hospital, does not increase the risk of encroachment on open countryside Development of this LPA, would include significant brownfield land in a former hospital designated previously as a major developed site in the Green Belt This LPA does not contribute to wider Green Belt purposes Density and design quality of brownfield development is an important issue in this LPA and should be 56

LPA Label PRUDHOE LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion addressed elsewhere in the Plan PE12 South Park Lack of strong containment and potential for leapfrog development increases the risk of sprawl in this LPA Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Prudhoe and Crawcrook, Newcastle Potential pressure for expansion of otherwise brownfield development at the former Prudhoe Hospital increases the risk of encroachment The elevated slopes of this LPA partially contribute to long views that affect Prudhoe s wider setting balanced by Prudhoe Hospital s mature woodland screening Potential for sprawl, merger and encroachment outweighs the lower risk of impact on setting PE13* Prudhoe Moor A weak urban edge and potential for leapfrog development from Newcastle increases the risk of sprawl in this LPA Development in this LPA would not increase the risk of merger Potential pressure for expansion of otherwise brownfield development at the former Prudhoe Hospital increases the risk of encroachment The elevation of the slopes in this LPA that might otherwise affect the setting of Prudhoe is mitigated by the east facing aspect away from the town The north and east boundaries of this LPA could be adjusted to allow potential modification of Prudhoe s urban edge PE14* Edgewell House Farm Lack of strong containment and potential for leapfrog development increases the risk of sprawl in this LPA Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger with High Mickley Lack of existing urban influence in this LPA is balanced by potential development at the urban edge The elevation of the slopes in this LPA provides long view that affect the wider setting of Prudhoe as viewed from north of the river While this LPA largely serves the Green Belt purposes this is balanced by the potential to modify the north and east boundaries of this LPA to allow strengthening of Prudhoe s urban edge PE15 Mickley / Mickley Square Potential for ribbon development along the Development in this LPA would increase the This LPA is urban fringe in character and Views across this area are restricted by Risk of sprawl, encroachment and 57

LPA Label PRUDHOE LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion A695 increases the risk of sprawl risk of merger between Prudhoe and Mickley Square and other related settlements includes clusters of development - there is potential for brownfield reuse and infill development, which balances the risk of encroachment on adjacent countryside dense tree cover but the estate landscape contributes to the historic context of Prudhoe s setting merger is moderated by the lower impact on setting - design quality of brownfield development is an important issue in this LPA and should be addressed in Green Belt policy. PE16 Cherryburn Potential for development associated with Mickley Square increases the risk of sprawl in this LPA Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Prudhoe and Mickley Square and other related settlements This LPA is urban fringe in character - there is potential for brownfield reuse and infill development, which balances the risk of encroachment on adjacent countryside Views across this area are restricted by dense tree cover from an estate landscape that contributes to the historic context of Prudhoe s setting Risk of sprawl, encroachment and merger is moderated by the lower impact on setting - design quality of brownfield development is an important issue in this LPA 58

Table 93: Matrix to assess Prudhoe Land Parcel Areas (LPAs) against constraints PRUDHOE LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) PE01 Wellburn adjacent to Ovingham Risk of encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl and merger PE02 Ovington Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl PE03 The Hermitage adjacent to Ovingham Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on Primary constraints national designations Ancient Semi-Natural and Replanted Woodland (fringe) Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (fringe) Listed Buildings (Ovington scattered) Secondary constraints local designations Village Green status Conservation Area Ovingham (fringe) Significant area of Grade 2 Agricultural Land LW&GS (fringe) Conservation Area Ovington (all) Large area of Grade 2 Agricultural Land in S part of LPA Nil Conservation Area Ovingham (fringe) 59 Hydrological EA Flood Zone 2&3 (fringe) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (wide strands throughout LPA mainly along watercourses but also related to topographical features) Sewer flood risk (most of LPA EA Flood Zone 2&3 (fringe) Surface water Shallow 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (wide strands throughout LPA mainly along watercourses but also related to topographical features) Surface water Deep 1:200 (small fragments associates with watercourses throughout LPA Sewer flood risk (partial) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (fringe) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (narrow strands associated with N Detailed constraints conclusions High constraints level Primary and secondary designations presence of high grade agricultural land, and wide areas susceptible to sewer and surface water flooding. High constraints level Includes primary and secondary designation, presence of high grade agricultural land, areas associated with watercourses susceptible to sewer and surface water flooding. High constraints level Includes secondary designations and all LPA is susceptible to sewer flooding, which outweigh

PRUDHOE LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl PE04 Horsley Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl PE05 Horsley Wood Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl Primary constraints national designations Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (fringe) Listed Buildings (Mount Huly x1) Ancient Replanted Woodland (most of LPA) Secondary constraints local designations LW&GS (fringe) Conservation Area (Horsley fringe) LW&GS (fringe) Hydrological to S watercourses, N edge of Ovingham and more heavily on S edge of LPA along RTyne) Sewer flood risk (all LPA) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (fringe) Surface water Shallow 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strands associated with watercourses on W and S edge of LPA as well as feature S of Whittle Farm) Surface water Deep 1:200 (small fragments associated with watercourses om W and S edge of LPA as well as feature S of Whittle Farm) Sewer flood risk (partial) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (fringe) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (narrow strands associated with watercourses particularly How Dene on E edge and R. Tyne on S edge) Sewer flood risk (most of LPA) Detailed constraints conclusions lack of primary designations High constraints level Includes primary and secondary designation, some areas susceptible to sewer and surface water flooding. High constraints level Includes primary and secondary designation with most of the LPA susceptible to sewer flooding. 60

PRUDHOE LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) PE06 W of Holeyn Hall Road adjacent to Wylam Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl PE07 Holeyn Hall adjacent to Wylam Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl PE08 Stephenson s Cottage adjacent to Wylam Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on Primary constraints national designations Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (fringe) Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (fringe) Listed Buildings (e.g. Holeyn Hall scattered) SSSI (fringe) Listed Buildings (Geo. Stephenson s Cottage) Secondary constraints local designations Nil Small area of Grade 2 Agricultural Land in SE corner of LPA Village Green status LW&GS (fringe) Significant area of Grade 2 Agricultural Land 61 Hydrological EA Flood Zone 2&3 (partial) Surface water Shallow 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (wide strands throughout LPA mainly along watercourses but also related to topographical features) Surface water Deep 1:200 (isolated fragments and fringe on W edge of LPA associated with How Dene) Sewer flood risk (LPA most of LPA ) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (part) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (wide strands throughout LPA mainly along watercourses but also related to topographical features) Sewer flood risk (part S. end) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (part S. end) Surface water Shallow 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (significant coverage in Detailed constraints conclusions High constraints level Includes primary and secondary designation and half of the LPA susceptible to sewer flooding High constraints level Includes primary and secondary designation and parts of LPA susceptible to sewer and surface water flooding. High constraints level Includes primary and secondary designation and parts of LPA susceptible to sewer and surface water

PRUDHOE LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl PE09 Hagg Bank Bridge This LPA contributes to all NPPF Green Belt purposes Primary constraints national designations Secondary constraints local designations Nil Small areas of Grade 2 Agricultural Land in SW and SE corners of LPA Hydrological centre of LPA and on S edge along R.Tyne) Surface water Deep 1:200 (large area in centre of LPA and on S edge associated with R.Tyne) Sewer flood risk (LPA S half) Nil EA flood zones Surface water Shallow 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (single narrow strand along minor watercourse) Sewer flood risk (all LPA) Detailed constraints conclusions flooding. Includes secondary designations and all LPA is susceptible to sewer flooding and some to surface water flooding. PE10 Cattyside Wood This LPA contributes to all NPPF Green Belt purposes PE11* Prudhoe Hospital This LPA does not contribute to Green Belt purposes Density and design quality of brownfield Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (fringe) Ancient Semi-Natural and Replanted Woodland (partial at N. end) Listed Buildings (Prudhoe Hospital small group) Nil Local Nature Reserve (partial at N. end) LW&GS (partial at N. end) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (fringe) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (large area between Eastwoods Farm and Oakdene Farm and small area in SE corner of LPA associated with spring) Sewer flood risk (most of LPA) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (fringe) Surface water Shallow 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (small areas in Hospital grounds and larger area W High constraints level Includes primary designation and most of LPA susceptible to sewer, some to surface water flooding. * Amend LPA boundary to exclude NW. end from potential Green Belt release. Main part of site, excluding NW. corner suitable for 62

PRUDHOE LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) development is an important issue in this LPA and should be addressed in Green Belt policy PE12 South Park Potential for sprawl, merger and encroachment outweighs the lower risk of impact on setting PE13* Prudhoe Moor The north and east boundaries of this LPA could be adjusted to allow potential Prudhoe urban edge modification PE14* Edgewell House Farm While this LPA largely serves the Green Belt purposes this is balanced by the potential to modify the north and east boundaries of this LPA could be adjusted to allow strengthening of Primary constraints national designations Ancient Semi-Natural and Replanted Woodland (fringe) Secondary constraints local designations Nil 63 Hydrological of Stanleyburn Wood) Surface water Deep 1:200 (small areas in hospital site) Sewer flood risk (most of LPA) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (fringe) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (fringe on E edge of LPA associated with Stanley Burn) No recorded Sewer flood risk Nil Nil EA Flood Zone 2&3 (fringe) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (fringe on S edge of LPA ) Sewer flood risk (fringe) Nil Nil Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (isolated fragment on E edge of LPA) Sewer flood risk (part N. & W. ends Detailed constraints conclusions release. Includes primary and designation and fringe of LPA is susceptible to surface water flooding. Low constraints level Includes secondary designations, fringes and isolated areas susceptible to sewer and surface water flooding, which outweigh lack of primary designations Low constraints level Includes secondary designations, fringes and isolated areas susceptible to sewer and surface water flooding.

PRUDHOE LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) Prudhoe s urban edge Primary constraints national designations Secondary constraints local designations Hydrological Detailed constraints conclusions PE15* Mickley/ Mickley Square Risk of sprawl, merger, and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of encroachment Density and design quality of brownfield development is an important issue to be addressed in Green Belt policy Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (fringe) Listed Building (Church of St George) Nil EA Flood Zone 2&3 (very minor on fringe) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (narrow strands in W part of LPA associated with specific streets and topographical features) Sewer flood risk (most of LPA) Includes primary and secondary designations, some surface water flood risk and sewer flooding risk in most of LPA. PE16* Cherryburn adjacent to Mickley/Mickley Square Risk of sprawl, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of merger Listed Buildings (Eltringham & Bewick birthplace) Nil Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strands throughout LPA) Surface water Deep 1:200 (fragments adjacent to R.Tyne Sewer flood risk (all LPA) Includes primary designations, whole LPA susceptible to sewer flooding and small areas susceptible to surface water flooding. 64

Map 4: Prudhoe Land Parcel Areas - constraints and contribution to Green Belt purposes 65

Morpeth including Pegswood, Longhirst, Hebron, Mitford, Tranwell Woods St Mary s Hospital, north part of Stannington, Stannington Station, Nedderton, Hepscott and Bothal 6.6 Steps 1-2 of the Green Belt Review methodology were carried out in the Northumberland Local Plan Core Strategy, Strategic Land Review October 2013. The key issues identified through the constraints mapping includes the natural environment and landscape, flood risk and infrastructure capacity including transportation. Many of the local environmental designations play an important role in defining the character of Morpeth. 6.7 Large parts of central Morpeth and Wansbeck Valley areas are areas of high flood risk and have previously been badly affected by flooding. Consequently, the Environment Agency is carrying out extensive flood alleviation measures. The areas of highest flood risk are predominately in the central areas of Morpeth however flooding on tributaries has also occurred. In addition to fluvial flooding, surface water flooding will continue to need to be managed. Sewage infrastructure capacity will also require upgrades appropriate to the level and timing of future development. Other constraints which will impact upon the future development of Morpeth are: The sensitivity of the landscape and topography beyond strong natural boundaries Highway and junction capacity on key routes in and around Morpeth - Highway capacity will be increased by the Morpeth Northern bypass, which together with the A1 forms strategic features. The importance of local environmental and historic designations contributing to local character 6.8 As part of identifying the Green Belt extension around Morpeth, an appropriate inner boundary to the settlement of Morpeth needs to be identified through the Core Strategy. The Morpeth Inner Green Belt boundary therefore needs to provide for sufficient capacity to meet strategic land requirements, both in the current plan period and subsequent plan periods, whilst also determining appropriate and strong Green Belt boundaries around the settlement. The preferred Inner Green Belt boundary has been determined in a way consistent with the Council s Green Belt Review Methodology. 66

Table 10: Matrix to assess Morpeth Land Parcel Areas (LPAs) against purposes of Green Belt LPA Label MORPETH and SATELLITES LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion MH01 Peacock Gap Strong containment by the A192 to the west is balanced by weaker boundaries to the north, west and south There is no risk of merger with other settlements This area has characteristics of open countryside subject to encroachment but it is urban fringe open green space surrounded by existing development This does not affect the setting of Morpeth but care needs to be taken to ensure green infrastructure is retained and a satisfactory urban and rural landscapes transition achieved Design quality and possible provision and/or enhancement of green infrastructure would be important issues for development in this LPA MH02 St George s Hospital Strong containment by the urban edge to the west and the Howburn watercourse to the east is balanced by weaker boundaries to the north There is no risk of merger with other settlements The principle of development has already been approved within this major brownfield site Views of Morpeth can be glimpsed through dense tree cover but care needs to be taken to ensure that strategic green infrastructure is retained and to achieve a satisfactory urban and rural landscapes transition Design quality will be an important issue for development in this LPA MH03 Cottingwood Common Strong containment by the proposed bypass to the north is balanced by current weaker boundaries There is no risk of merger with other settlements Potential ribbon development associated with Fulbeck Grange and proposed bypass junctions increase the risk of encroachment on what is otherwise open countryside This does not affect the setting of Morpeth but care needs to be taken to ensure green infrastructure is retained and a satisfactory urban and rural landscapes transition achieved Design quality and possible provision and/or enhancement of green infrastructure will be important issues for development in this LPA 67

LPA Label MORPETH and SATELLITES LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion MH04 East Lane End Strong containment by A192 and adjacent Fairmoor Hospital minimises the risk of sprawl There is no risk of merger with other settlements Potential ribbon development along the A192 increases the risk of encroachment and this LPA will be dissected by the Morpeth Northern Bypass, which may promote adjacent development This does not affect the setting of Morpeth but care needs to be taken to ensure expansive views are retained and a satisfactory transition between urban and rural landscapes is achieved Design quality will be an important issue for development in this LPA, which will be dissected by the Morpeth Northern Bypass MH05* Northgate Hospital Strong containment by the A1 to the west and a watercourse to the east is balanced by weaker boundaries to the north and south There is no risk of merger with other settlements Development has already been approved in and adjacent to the major brownfield site of Fairmoor within otherwise open countryside This does not affect the setting of Morpeth but care needs to be taken to ensure expansive views are retained and a satisfactory transition between urban and rural landscapes is achieved Boundaries of this LPA should be amended to bring them tighter into the former hospital site. Design quality will be an important issue for development in this LPA MH06 Silver Hill Current weak boundaries to this LPA will be balanced by the strong edge to be provided by the proposed bypass There is no risk of merger with other settlements Development pressure in the immediately adjacent areas and potential urbanisation by the bypass could increase the risk of encroachment on what is currently Expansive views across this LPA due to raised topography contribute to the wider setting and character of Morpeth Expansive views and the potential for encroachment outweigh the lower risks of sprawl and/or merger 68

LPA Label MORPETH and SATELLITES LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion open countryside MH07 Pegswood Moor Strong containment by the proposed bypass and the B1337 is balanced by current weaker boundaries to the west and north Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger with the adjacent settlement of Pegswood Potential expansion around the recent developments at the A197/B1337 roundabout increase the risk of encroachment on what is otherwise open countryside Expansive views across this low ridge above the steep wooded slopes of the R. Wansbeck contribute to the wider setting and character of Morpeth. This LPA will be dissected by the Morpeth Northern Bypass. Expansive views, risk of merger and potential for encroachment outweigh the lower risks of sprawl Design quality will be an important issue for development of the Morpeth Northern Bypass in this LPA. MH08 Hebron Hill Strong containment by the A697 to the west and the top of a strongly marked ridgeto the north is balanced by weaker boundaries to the north and east There is no risk of merger with other settlements Development pressure in the village of Hebron and potential commercial and expansion at adjacent Heighley Gate could increase the risk of encroachment on what is currently open country Expansive views to and from this high ridge contribute to the wider setting and character of Morpeth Expansive views and the potential for encroachment outweigh the lower risks of sprawl and/or merger MH09 Longhirst Hall Golf Club There is no risk of sprawl in this LPA Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger of Longhirst, Pegswood and Morpeth Potential expansion of leisure facilities at Longhirst could risk encroachment on open countryside Expansive views across this low ridge above the steep wooded slopes of the R. Wansbeck contribute to the wider setting and character of Expansive views, risk of merger and potential for encroachment outweigh the lower risks of sprawl 69

LPA Label MORPETH and SATELLITES LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion Morpeth MH10* Blubbery Wood There is no risk of sprawl in this LPA There is no risk of merger with other settlements Potential development adjacent to Hebron and expansion of built facilities associated with higher education at Cockle Park could increase the risk of encroachment on what is currently open country Expansive views to and from this high ridge contribute to the wider setting and character of Morpeth but views from the northern part of the LPA are screened by dense woodland and by being on the crest of the ridge This LPA will be dissected by the Morpeth Northern Bypass. North boundary of this LPA should be amended to remove conflict between contributions of different parts of LPA - generally the potential risk of encroachment and effect on wider setting outweigh the risks of sprawl and merger. MH11* The Cockles There is no risk of sprawl in this LPA Development in part of this LPA would increase risk of merger between Longhirst, Pegswood and Morpeth Potential expansion of leisure facilities at Longhirst part of the LPA could risk encroachment on open countryside Expansive views across parts of this valley side contribute to wider setting and character but the north part has no relationship with Morpeth North boundary of this LPA should be amended to remove conflict between contributions of different parts of LPA MH12 West Lane End Strong containment by A1 and A192 minimises the risk of sprawl There is no risk of merger with other settlements Potential ribbon development along the A192 increases the risk of encroachment and this LPA will be dissected by the This does not affect the setting of Morpeth but care needs to be taken to ensure expansive views are retained and a satisfactory transition Design quality will be an important issue for development in this LPA, which will be dissected by the Morpeth Northern Bypass 70

LPA Label MORPETH and SATELLITES LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion Morpeth Northern Bypass, which will promote adjacent development between urban and rural landscapes is achieved MH13 Benridge Containment by the A1 reduces the risk of sprawl but this is balanced by proposed A1 junction link to Fairmoor so that development could leapfrog the A1 There is a low risk of merger between Fairmoor, Mitford Morpeth Potential ribbon development to the proposed A1 junction from Fairmoor increases the risk of encroachment on what is otherwise open countryside Due to the rising topography this LPA forms the lower slopes of a bowl within which the historic town of Morpeth is set and also contributes to the historic setting Mitford and its woodlands The contribution of the topography of this LPA to setting and risk of encroachment outweighs the lower risks of sprawl and merger MH14 Heighley Gate Containment by the A1 reduces the risk of sprawl but this is balanced by an urban fringe character around Fairmoor and the AI/A697 junction There is no risk of merger with other settlements Potential expansion of commercial development at Heighley Gate nursery and other urban fringe elements such as the cemetery and trunk road laybys increase the risk of encroachment in otherwise open country Due to the prominent ridge this LPA is clearly visible from the historic town of Morpeth contributes its setting and character The contribution of the topography of this LPA to setting and risk of encroachment outweighs the lower risks of sprawl and merger MH15 Abbey Mills Strong containment Development in this Existing urban This LPA dominated by Risk of merger, 71

LPA Label MORPETH and SATELLITES LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion by the A1 is balanced by the potential for development leapfrogging the trunk road LPA would increase the risk of merger between Morpeth and Mitford fringe character in this LPA increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country woodland and pastures of the R. Wansbeck valley affects the historic setting and character of Morpeth and Mitford encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl MH16 Mitford Strong containment by the A1 is balanced by the potential for development leapfrogging the trunk road Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Morpeth and Mitford Existing urban fringe character in this LPA increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country This LPA dominated by woodland and pastures of the R. Wansbeck valley affects the historic setting and character of Morpeth and Mitford Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl MH17 Mitford Steads Strong containment by the A1 is balanced by the potential for development leapfrogging the trunk road Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Morpeth and Mitford Existing urban fringe character in this LPA increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country This LPA dominated by woodland and pastures of the R. Wansbeck valley affects the historic setting and character of Morpeth and Mitford Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl MH18 Morpeth Common Some containment by the A1 is balanced by the proximity of B Bedlington, Cramlington and North Tyneside increases potential for leapfrog development and urban sprawl. Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger with Mitford, Tranwell Woods and St Mary s Hospital Existing urban fringe character due to the pharmaceutical works in this LPA increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country Forming the top of the bowl around Morpeth this LPA provides expansive views affect the wider setting of Morpeth Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl MH19 Gubeon Strong containment by the A1 reduces the Development in this LPA would increase the Existing urban fringe character in This LPA dominated by woodland and pastures Risk of merger, encroachment and 72

LPA Label MORPETH and SATELLITES LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion risk of sprawl risk of merger between Morpeth and Mitford this LPA increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country of the R. Wansbeck valley affects the historic setting and character of Morpeth impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl MH20* Clifton Strong containment by the A1 and A197 reduces the risk of sprawl Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Morpeth, Clifton and Stannington Station but there is potential for development to extend to both sides of the road opposite Southgate Mews Existing urban fringe character in this LPA increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country Expansive views across this LPA provide a green gateway into the built area of Morpeth but the north east is more selfcontained - care needs to be taken to achieve a satisfactory transition between urban and rural landscapes The north boundary of this LPA should be adjusted to create an improved urban edge for Morpeth MH21 Tranwell Strong containment by the A1 reduces the risk of sprawl Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Morpeth and area of low density development within Tranwell Woods Existing urban fringe character in this LPA, including Tranwell and low density development in Tranwell Woods, increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country The slopes of this LPA create part of the bowl around Morpeth and expansive views affect the wider setting of Morpeth Risk of merger, encroachment and effect on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl MH22 St Mary s Hospital Some containment by the existing Green Belt and Tranwell Woods is balanced by Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Morpeth, Stannington, Existing urban fringe character in this LPA, including the brownfield Forming the top of the bowl around Morpeth this LPA provides expansive views affect Potential for merger and encroachment outweighs the risk of sprawl through 73

LPA Label MORPETH and SATELLITES LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion the proximity of Bedlington, Cramlington and North Tyneside increases potential for leapfrog development and urban sprawl. Stannington Station and brownfield development at the former St Mary s Hospital development site at the former St Mary s Hospital and potential development pressure on the former Tranwell Airfield increases risk of encroachment on otherwise open country the wider setting of Morpeth but only where not screened by Tranwell Woods leapfrogging and lower risk of impact on setting Design quality of brownfield development is an important issue in this LPA and should be addressed in Green Belt policy MH23 Broadlaw Strong containment by the A1 reduces the risk of sprawl balanced by potential weak adjacent housing boundaries Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger with Mitford Existing urban fringe character in this LPA increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country This LPA dominated by common land affects the historic setting and character of Morpeth Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl MH24 Catchburn Strong containment by the Catchburn, A197 and A192 reduces risk of sprawl in this LPA Development in this LPA would increase risk of merger between Hepscott, Clifton and Morpeth Existing urban fringe character in this LPA increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country Expansive views across this LPA affect the wider setting of Morpeth Expansive views and potential for merger or encroachment outweigh the lower risks of sprawl MH25 Stannington Strong containment by the A1 and existing Green Belt is balanced by the proximity of Bedlington, Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Morpeth, Stannington, Stannington Station and Existing urban fringe character in this LPA increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open This effects the setting of Stannington rather than the setting of Morpeth but care needs to be taken to ensure Potential for merger and encroachment outweighs the lower risks of sprawl and of impact on historic town 74

LPA Label MORPETH and SATELLITES LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion Cramlington and North Tyneside increases potential for leapfrog development and urban sprawl. brownfield development at the former St Mary s Hospital country expansive views are retained and a satisfactory transition between urban and rural landscapes is achieved setting MH26 Hepscott Park Strong containment by the R. Blyth, A1 and narrow section of existing Green Belt is balanced by the proximity of Bedlington, Cramlington and North Tyneside increases potential for leapfrog development and urban sprawl. Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Morpeth, Stannington and Stannington Station Existing urban fringe character in this LPA increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country This does not affect the setting of Morpeth but care needs to be taken to ensure expansive views are retained and a satisfactory transition between urban and rural landscapes is achieved Potential for merger and encroachment outweighs the lower risks of sprawl impact on historic town setting design quality of brownfield development is an important issue in this LPA and should be addressed in Green Belt policy MH27 West of Nedderton Relatively recent Green Belt definition in this LPA is balanced by The proximity of Bedlington, Cramlington and North Tyneside increases potential for leapfrog development and urban sprawl. Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Morpeth and Bedlington Existing urban fringe character in this LPA increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country This does not affect the setting of Morpeth but care needs to be taken to ensure expansive views are retained and a satisfactory transition between urban and rural landscapes is achieved Potential for merger and encroachment outweighs the lower risks of sprawl and impact on historic town setting. MH28 South West of Relatively recent Development in this Existing urban This does not affect Potential for merger 75

LPA Label MORPETH and SATELLITES LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion Nedderton Green Belt definition in this LPA is balanced by the proximity of Bedlington, Cramlington and North Tyneside increases potential for leapfrog development and urban sprawl. LPA would increase the risk of merger between Morpeth and Bedlington fringe character in this LPA increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country the setting of Morpeth but care needs to be taken to ensure expansive views are retained and a satisfactory transition between urban and rural landscapes is achieved and encroachment outweighs the lower risks of sprawl and impact on historic town setting. MH29 South East of Nedderton Relatively recent Green Belt definition in this LPA is balanced by The proximity of Bedlington, Cramlington and North Tyneside increases potential for leapfrog development and urban sprawl. Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Morpeth and Bedlington Existing urban fringe character in this LPA increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country This does not affect the setting of Morpeth but care needs to be taken to ensure expansive views are retained and a satisfactory transition between urban and rural landscapes is achieved Potential for merger and encroachment outweighs the lower risks of sprawl and impact on historic town setting. MH30 North of Nedderton Relatively recent Green Belt definition in this LPA is balanced by the proximity of Bedlington, Cramlington and North Tyneside increases potential for leapfrog development and urban sprawl. Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Morpeth and Bedlington Existing urban fringe character in this LPA increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country This does not affect the setting of Morpeth but care needs to be taken to ensure expansive views are retained and a satisfactory transition between urban and rural landscapes is achieved Potential for merger and encroachment outweighs the lower risks of sprawl and impact on historic town setting. 76

LPA Label MORPETH and SATELLITES LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion MH31* Stobhill Strong containment by the mainline railway, A196 and A192 reduces risk of sprawl in this LPA Development in this LPA would increase risk of merger between Hepscott and Morpeth Existing urban fringe character in this LPA increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country Expansive views across the SE half of this LPA contributes to the wider setting of Morpeth This LPA requires sub-division due to differing contributions between the north west and south east halves. MH32 Hepscott Strong containment by the A196 and A192 reduces risk of sprawl in this LPA Development in this LPA would increase risk of merger between Hepscott and Morpeth as well as Hepscott and Bedlington, notwithstanding existing Green Belt section to SE Existing urban fringe character in this LPA increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country This does not affect the setting of Morpeth but care needs to be taken to ensure expansive views are retained and a satisfactory transition between urban and rural landscapes is achieved Potential for merger or encroachment outweigh the lower effect on setting or risk of sprawl - this LPA would also infill a gap between two sections of existing Green Belt MH33 Shadfen Park Strong containment by the mainline railway and A196 reduces risk of sprawl in this LPA Development in this LPA would increase risk of merger with Guidepost notwithstanding existing Green Belt section to east Existing urban fringe character and mining heritage increases the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country Expansive views across this LPA contribute to the wider setting of Morpeth Expansive views, risk of merger and potential for encroachment outweigh the lower risks of sprawl MH34 Parish Haugh Strong containment by the mainline railway and R. Wansbeck reduces risk of sprawl in this LPA apart from the south edge Development in this LPA would increase risk of merger between Pegswood and Morpeth Existing urban fringe character including sewage treatment works increases the risk of encroachment on The low lying area, which contains very early enclosures and Ancient Woodland, is part of the historic setting of Morpeth Potential for merger or encroachment and contribution to setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl 77

LPA Label MORPETH and SATELLITES LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment otherwise open country Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion MH35 Climbing Tree Farm Strong containment of Morpeth by the R. Wansbeck and of Pegswood by the mainline railway reduces risk of sprawl in this LPA Development in this LPA would increase risk of merger between Pegswood and Morpeth Existing urban elements and major infrastructure, including the household recycling centre, mainline railway and A197, increase the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country Expansive views across this LPA and across the steep wooded R. Wansbeck valley contribute to the wider setting of Morpeth Expansive views, risk of merger, potential for encroachment and contribution to setting outweigh the lower risks of sprawl MH36 West of Bothal Relatively recent Green Belt definition in this LPA is balanced by the proximity of Ashington, Cramlington and North Tyneside increases potential for leapfrog development and urban sprawl. Development in this LPA would increase risk of merger between Pegswood and Morpeth Existing urban elements and major infrastructure, including the mainline railway and A197, increase the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country. This does not affect the setting of Morpeth but care needs to be taken to ensure expansive views are retained and a satisfactory transition between urban and rural landscapes is achieved Expansive views, risk of merger and potential for encroachment outweigh the lower risks of sprawl and impact on historic town setting MH37 South of Bothal Relatively recent Green Belt definition in this LPA is balanced by the proximity of Ashington, Cramlington and North Tyneside Development in this LPA would increase risk of merger between Pegswood and Morpeth Existing urban elements and major infrastructure in areas adjacent to this LPA increase the risk of encroachment on This does not affect the setting of Morpeth but care needs to be taken to ensure expansive views are retained and a Expansive views, risk of merger, potential for encroachment and contribution to setting outweigh the lower risks of sprawl 78

LPA Label MORPETH and SATELLITES LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas increases potential for leapfrog development and urban sprawl. Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment otherwise open country. Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns satisfactory transition between urban and rural landscapes is achieved Conclusion MH38 North of Bothal Relatively recent Green Belt definition in this LPA is balanced by The proximity of Ashington, Cramlington and North Tyneside increases potential for leapfrog development and urban sprawl. Development in this LPA would increase risk of merger between Pegswood and Morpeth Existing urban elements and major infrastructure, including the mainline railway and A197, increase the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country. This does not affect the setting of Morpeth but care needs to be taken to ensure expansive views are retained and a satisfactory transition between urban and rural landscapes is achieved Expansive views, risk of merger, potential for encroachment and contribution to setting outweigh the lower risks of sprawl MH39 West of Pegswood Lack of containment west of Pegswood could provide some risk of sprawl from the smaller settlement of Pegswood but not from Morpeth, which is contained by the How Burn Development in this LPA would increase risk of merger between Pegswood and Morpeth There are some existing urban elements associated with the west edge of Pegswood and the A197 roundabout, which could increase the risk of encroachment Expansive views across this LPA contribute to the wider setting of Morpeth Expansive views, risk of merger and potential for encroachment outweigh the lower risks of sprawl MH40* North of Pegswood There is no risk of sprawl in this LPA Development in this LPA would increase risk of merger between Longhirst and Pegswood but not merger between Pegswood and Morpeth There are some existing urban influences in the urban fringe north of Pegswood but the dominant character is open countryside This LPA contributes to the setting and character of Longhirst but not to Morpeth The south boundary of this LPA should be adjusted to create an improved urban edge for Pegswood 79

LPA Label MORPETH and SATELLITES LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion MH41 East of Pegswood Containment by the How Burn reduces the risk of sprawl from Morpeth balanced by Lack of containment east of Pegswood and proximity of Ashington, Cramlington and North Tyneside increasing potential for leapfrog development and urban sprawl. Development in this LPA would increase risk of merger between Pegswood and Ashington Existing urban elements and major infrastructure, including the mainline railway and A197, increase the risk of encroachment on otherwise open country. Expansive views across this LPA contribute to the wider setting of Morpeth Expansive views, risk of merger and potential for encroachment outweigh the lower risks of sprawl Table 114: Matrix to assess Morpeth Land Parcel Areas (LPAs) against constraints MORPETH LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) MH01 Peacock Gap Design quality and possible provision and/or enhancement of green infrastructure will be important issues for development in this LPA Primary constraints national designations Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (in centre of LPA ) Secondary constraints local designations Local Wildlife & Geological Site in centre of LPA 80 Hydrological EA Flood Zone 2&3 (narrow strand along Cotting Burn in centre of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (limited narrow strand along watercourse in centre of LPA) Sewer flood risk (whole LPA) Detailed constraints conclusions Primary and secondary designations and limited susceptibility to surface water flooding and wider susceptibility to sewer flood risk. MH02 St George s Hospital Ancient Semi-Natural Nil EA Flood Zone 2&3 (narrow

MORPETH LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) Design quality will be an important issue for development in this LPA MH03 Cottingwood Common Design quality and possible provision and/or enhancement of green infrastructure will be important issues for development in this LPA MH04 East Lane End Design quality will be an important issue for development in this LPA, which will be dissected by the Morpeth Northern Bypass MH05 Northgate Hospital Boundaries of this LPA Primary constraints national designations Woodland (large area down E edge of LPA and across centre) Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (large area near E edge of LPA) Secondary constraints local designations Nil 81 Hydrological strand along How Dene near E side of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (isolated fragments and narrow strand along watercourse near E edge of LPA) Sewer flood risk (most of LPA) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (narrow strand along How Dene near E side of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strands along watercourses and isolated small areas throughout LPA) Sewer flood risk (SW corner of LPA) Nil Nil EA Flood Zone 2&3 (small area at head of Cotting Burn on E edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strands along watercourses in centre of LPA) Sewer flood risk (whole LPA) Listed Building (West Shield Hill Farmhouse) Nil Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow Detailed constraints conclusions Isolated Primary designation, some susceptibility to surface water flooding and wider susceptibility to sewer flood risk. Primary designation and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding. Primary and secondary designations, limited susceptibility to surface water flooding and wider susceptibility to sewer flood risk. Isolated Primary

MORPETH LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) should be amended to bring them tighter into the former hospital site. Design quality will be an important issue for development in this LPA MH06 Silver Hill Expansive views and the potential for encroachment outweigh the lower risks of sprawl and/or merger MH07 Pegswood Moor Expansive views, risk of merger and potential for encroachment outweigh the lower risks of sprawl MH08 Hebron Hill Expansive views and the potential for encroachment outweigh the lower risks of sprawl and/or merger Primary constraints national designations Listed Building (East Shield Hill Farmhouse and Bridge) Secondary constraints local designations Nil 82 Hydrological 1:30 (limited narrow strands along watercourse in centres and E edge of LPA) Sewer flood risk (LPA S half) Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (limited and isolated fragments and narrow strand along watercourse near E edge of LPA) Nil Sewer flood risk Nil Nil Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strand along watercourse in N of LPA and small isolated areas in centre and SE of LPA) Nil Sewer flood risk Listed Buildings (Mile post on N edge and St Cuthbert s Church in NE corner of LPA) Nil Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (isolated strands and limited isolated fragments along watercourse in centre of LPA) Sewer flood risk (small area in NE corner of LPA around Detailed constraints conclusions designation, limited susceptibility to surface water flooding and wider susceptibility to sewer flood risk. Low constraints level Isolated Primary, limited susceptibility to surface water and no risk of sewer flooding. Low constraints level No statutory designations, some susceptibility to surface water flooding and no risk of sewer flooding. Low constraints level Primary designations and limited susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding.

MORPETH LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) MH09 Longhirst Hall Golf Club Expansive views, risk of merger and potential for encroachment outweigh the lower risks of sprawl MH10* Blubbery Wood North boundary of this LPA should be amended to remove conflict between contributions of different parts of LPA - generally the potential risk of encroachment and effect on wider setting outweigh the risks of sprawl and merger MH11* The Cockles North boundary of this LPA should be amended to remove conflict between contributions of different parts of LPA Primary constraints national designations Secondary constraints local designations 83 Hydrological Hebron) Nil Nil Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 & Shallow 1:30 (small areas throughout LPA) Nil Sewer flood risk Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (large area across centre of LPA) Listed Building (Cockle Park Tower on N edge of LPA) Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (medium sized area in NW corner of LPA) Listed Buildings (group of buildings at The Cockles on N edge of LPA, large group of buildings in Longhirst village on S edge of LPA and yard walls E of Middle Moor Farm on E edge of LPA) Nil Conservation Area (part of Longhirst village on S edge of LPA) Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (limited isolated fragments along watercourse in centre of LPA) Nil Sewer flood risk EA Flood Zone 2&3 (top of narrow strand along Longhirst Burn on S edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strands and isolated fragments along watercourses throughout LPA) Sewer flood risk (small areas on S and E edges of LPA at Longhirst and Middle Moor) Detailed constraints conclusions Low constraints level No statutory designations, some susceptibility to surface water flooding and no risk of sewer flooding. Low constraints level Primary designations, limited susceptibility to surface water flooding and no risk of sewer flooding. Primary and secondary designations and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding.

MORPETH LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) MH12 West Lane Ends Design quality will be an important issue for development in this LPA, which will be dissected by the Morpeth Northern Bypass MH13 Benridge The contribution of the topography of this LPA to setting and risk of encroachment outweighs the lower risks of sprawl and merger MH14 Heighley Gate The contribution of the topography of this LPA to setting and risk of encroachment outweighs the lower risks of sprawl and merger MH15 Abbey Mills Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl Primary constraints national designations Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (very small piece on SE edge of LPA) Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (very small piece on S edge of LPA) Scheduled Ancient Monument ( 4 pillboxes in SE corner of LPA Secondary constraints local designations Local Wildlife & Geological Site (very small piece on S edge of LPA) Nil 84 Hydrological Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (isolated small areas throughout LPA) Sewer flood risk (whole LPA) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (very small fragment at head of Mitford Dene) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strands along watercourses through LPA) Sewer flood risk (NE corner of LPA) Nil Nil Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (isolated small areas generally along watercourses throughout LPA) Nil Sewer flood risk Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (corridors throughout LPA) Listed Buildings (groups at Newminster Abbey, Mill House, Highford & Old Local Wildlife & Geological Sites (throughout LPA) Local Nature Reserves (throughout LPA) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (wide areas associated with R. Wansbeck through centre of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow Detailed constraints conclusions Primary and secondary designations, some susceptibility to surface water flooding and wider susceptibility to sewer flood risk. Primary designations and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding. Low constraints level No statutory designations, limited susceptibility to surface water flooding and no risk of sewer flooding. High constraints Significant Primary and Secondary designations and high susceptibility to surface and sewer flooding.

MORPETH LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) MH316 Mitford Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl MH17 Mitford Steads Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl MH18 Morpeth Common Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the Primary constraints national designations House on S edge of LPA) Scheduled Ancient Monument (Newminster Abbey) Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (significant corridors throughout LPA) Listed Buildings (groups around historic village of Mitford in S of LPA) Scheduled Ancient Monument (Mitford Castle) Listed Buildings (group Mitford Steads on S edge of LPA) Scheduled Ancient Monument ( Roman Camp near Mitford Steads on S edge of LPA) Secondary constraints local designations Local Wildlife & Geological Sites (significant corridors throughout LPA along main rivers) Local Wildlife & Geological Site (very small pieces on N edge of LPA adjacent to R. Wansbeck) 85 Hydrological 1:30 (widespread narrow strands along watercourses throughout LPA) Sewer flood risk (whole LPA) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (wide areas associated with R. Font on S edge of LPA and Mitford Burn and R. Wansbeck through centre of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (widespread narrow strands along watercourses throughout LPA) Sewer flood risk (small area in SE corner associated with Mitford) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (narrow strand along Molesden Burn on W edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (widespread narrow strands along watercourses throughout LPA) Nil Sewer flood risk Nil Nil Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strand and isolated fragments along Detailed constraints conclusions High constraints Significant Primary and Secondary designations, high susceptibility to surface water flooding and some areas of sewer flood risk. Primary and Secondary designations, high susceptibility to surface water flooding and no risk of sewer flooding. No statutory designations, limited susceptibility to surface water flooding and wider susceptibility to sewer

MORPETH LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) lower risk of sprawl MH19 Gubeon Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl MH20* Clifton The north boundary of this LPA should be adjusted to create an improved urban edge for Morpeth MH21 Tranwell Risk of merger, encroachment and effect on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl Primary constraints national designations Secondary constraints local designations 86 Hydrological watercourse through centre and N edge of LPA) Sewer flood risk (whole LPA) Nil Nil Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (isolated fragments along watercourses on edges of LPA) Sewer flood risk (small area on E edge of LPA) Nil Nil Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strands and isolated fragments in centre and E of LPA) Flood risk (small area on N edge of LPA) Listed Buildings (Tranwell House in N of LPA and farm buildings at Glororum in SE corner of LPA) Local Wildlife & Geological Site (Gubeon Plantation on S edge of LPA) Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (limited narrow strands and isolated fragments throughout LPA) Sewer flood risk (small areas on N & S edges associated with Morpeth and Tranwell Woods) Detailed constraints conclusions flood risk. Low constraints level No statutory designations and limited susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding. Low constraints level Primary and secondary designations and limited susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding. Primary and secondary designations and limited susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding. MH22 St Mary s Hospital Registered Parks and Gardens Nil EA Flood Zone 2&3 (narrow

MORPETH LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) Potential for merger and encroachment outweighs the risk of sprawl through leapfrogging and lower risk of impact on setting Design quality of brownfield development is an important issue in this LPA and should be addressed in Green Belt policy MH23 Broadlaw Risk of merger, encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl MH24 Catchburn Expansive views and potential for merger or encroachment outweigh the lower effect on setting or risk of sprawl Primary constraints national designations (former St Mary s Hospital in centre of LPA) Scheduled Ancient Monument (deserted village of Shilvington on W edge of LPA) Secondary constraints local designations Nil 87 Hydrological strand along Duddo Burn on S edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strands and isolated fragments along watercourses throughout LPA) Sewer flood risk (area around St Mary s Hospital and on N edge of LPA) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (narrow strand along Shilvington Burn and oxbow feature on S edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strands along watercourses in W of LPA) Nil Sewer flood risk Nil Nil EA Flood Zone 2&3 (narrow strand along Hepscott Burn in N of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strands and isolated fragments along watercourses through LLPA) Sewer flood risk (small areas on N&E edges associated with Morpeth and Hepscott) Detailed constraints conclusions Primary designation and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding. Primary designation, some susceptibility to surface water flooding and no risk of sewer flooding. No statutory designations but some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding.

MORPETH LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) Primary constraints national designations Secondary constraints local designations Nil Hydrological Detailed constraints conclusions Primary designations, susceptibility to surface water flooding and some susceptibility to sewer flood risk. MH25 Stannington Potential for merger and encroachment outweighs the lower risks of sprawl and of impact on historic town setting Listed Buildings - on W edge (Duddo), centre (West House Farm) and SE corner (Stannington) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (narrow strand along Catraw Burn in S of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:200 (extensive strands along Duddo burn and W od A1 throughout LPA Sewer flood risk (small area in SE corner of LPA ) MH26 Hepscott Park Potential for merger and encroachment outweighs the risk of sprawl through leapfrogging and lower risk of impact on setting design quality of brownfield development is an important issue in this LPA and should be addressed in Green Belt policy Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (corridor along Stannington Vale and larger area at Plessey Woods on S edge of LPA) Listed Buildings (East Moor in SE corner off LPA) Local Wildlife & Geological Site (corridor along watercourse on S edge of LPA) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (narrow strand along Pegwhistle Burn on E edge of LPA and Stannington Vale on S edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strands and isolated fragments along watercourses throughout LPA) Sewer flood risk (large area in centre and extending to edges of LPA) Primary and secondary designations, some susceptibility to surface water flooding and wider susceptibility to sewer flood risk. MH27 West of Nedderton Potential for merger and encroachment outweighs the lower risks of sprawl and impact on historic town setting. Nil Listed Buildings - however comprises Estate grounds that relate to setting of adjacent Bothal Castle Listed Building Nil Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (small areas in N of LPA and ponding area in SW corner of LPA) Surface Water Deep1:200 (small areas in SW corner and No primary or secondary designations however this is balanced by potential impact of development on setting of the listed Buildings of Bothal 88

MORPETH LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) MH28 South West of Nedderton Potential for merger and encroachment outweighs the lower risks of sprawl and impact on historic town setting. MH29 South East of Nedderton Potential for merger and encroachment outweighs the lower risks of sprawl and impact on historic town setting. MH30 North of Nedderton Potential for merger and encroachment outweighs the lower risks of sprawl and impact on historic town setting. Primary constraints national designations Nil Listed Buildings - however comprises Estate grounds that relate to setting of adjacent Bothal Castle Listed Building Nil Listed Buildings - however comprises Estate grounds that relate to setting of adjacent Bothal Castle Listed Building Nil Listed Buildings - however comprises Estate grounds that relate to setting of adjacent Bothal Castle Listed Building Secondary constraints local designations Nil Nil Nil Hydrological E edge of LPA) Sewer flood risk (across E part of LPA) Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (small areas across SW half of LPA) Sewer flood risk (along NE edge of LPA adjacent to Bothal and narrow strand across centre of LPA) Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (isolated fragments across centre of LPA) Sewer flood risk (along NW edge of LPA adjacent to Bothal) Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strands associated with watercourses on NW edge of LPA Nil Surface water Deep1:200 Sewer flood risk ( across S Detailed constraints conclusions Castle and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flood risk. No primary or secondary designations however this is balanced by potential impact of development on setting of the listed Buildings of Bothal Castle and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flood risk. No primary or secondary designations however this is balanced by potential impact of development on setting of the listed Buildings of Bothal Castle and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flood risk. No primary or secondary designations however this is balanced by potential impact of development on setting of the listed Buildings of Bothal Castle and some susceptibility to surface 89

MORPETH LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) MH31* Stobhill This LPA requires subdivision due to differing contributions between the north west and south east halves. MH32 Hepscott Potential for merger or encroachment outweigh the lower effect on setting or risk of sprawl this LPA would also infill a gap between two sections of existing Green Belt MH33 Shadfen Park Expansive views, risk of merger and potential for encroachment outweigh the lower risks of sprawl MH34 Parish Haugh Potential for merger or Primary constraints national designations Secondary constraints local designations 90 Hydrological part of LPA Nil Nil Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strand along watercourse in centre of LPA) Sewer flood risk (N part of LPA) Existing Green Belt in S part of LPA Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (small areas in SE corner of LPA) Listed Buildings (Hepscott Hall in centre of LPA) Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (corridor along R. Wansbeck on N edge of LPA) Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (corridor and small area along R. Wansbeck on E Local Wildlife & Geological Site (on W edge of LPA) Local Wildlife & Geological Site (corridor along R. Wansbeck on N edge of LPA) Local Wildlife & Geological Site (corridor along R. Wansbeck on N edge of LPA) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (narrow strand along Hepscott Burn through centre and on E edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strands and isolated fragments along watercourses throughout LPA) Sewer flood risk (area on S edge of LPA associated with Hepscott) Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (small groups widespread throughout LPA) Sewer flood risk (W part of LPA close to Morpeth) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (wide areas associated with R. Wansbeck in centre and N&E Detailed constraints conclusions water and sewer flood risk. No statutory designations, limited susceptibility to surface water flooding and wider susceptibility to sewer flood risk. Primary and secondary designations and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding. Primary and secondary designations and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding. High constraints level Primary and secondary

MORPETH LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) encroachment and contribution to setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl MH35 Climbing Tree Farm Expansive views, risk of merger, potential for encroachment and contribution to setting outweigh the lower risks of sprawl MH36 West of Bothal Expansive views, risk of merger and potential for encroachment outweigh the lower risks of sprawl and impact on historic town setting MH37 South of Bothal Expansive views, risk of merger, potential for encroachment and contribution to setting outweigh the lower risks of sprawl Primary constraints national designations edge of LPA) Listed Buildings (East Mill on N edge of LPA) Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (corridor along R. Wansbeck on S edge of LPA) Listed Buildings (Bothal Mil House in S of LPA and development in this LPA would impact on setting of Bothal Castle Listed Buildings) Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (W half of LPA and S & N edges of LPA) Nil Listed Buildings (but development in this LPA would impact on setting of Bothal Castle Listed Buildings) Secondary constraints local designations Local Wildlife & Geological Site (corridor along R. Wansbeck on S edge of LPA) Local Wildlife & Geological Site (fringe on S and E edges of LPA) Nil Conservation Area but development in this LPA would impact on setting of Bothal Conservation Area) Local Wildlife & Geological Site (W half of LPA and S & N edges of LPA) Nil Conservation Area but development in this LPA would impact on setting of Bothal Conservation Area) Hydrological edges of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strand along watercourse on N edge and small areas in centre of LPA) Sewer flood risk (most of LPA) Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strands across LPA) Sewer flood risk (NE part of LPA S of Pegswood) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (wide corridor on S and E edge of LPA associated with R. Wansbeck and Bothal Burn) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (isolated in N of LPA) Nil Sewer flood risk EA Flood Zones 2&3 (Wide area associated with R. Wansbeck through central part and N edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (strands associated with R. Wansbeck and previous Detailed constraints conclusions designations, wide areas in EA flood zones, some susceptibility to surface water flooding and wider susceptibility to sewer flood risk. Primary and secondary designations and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding. High constraints level Primary and secondary designations, wide areas in EA flood zones and some susceptibility to surface water flooding. High constraints level Primary and secondary designations, wide areas in EA flood zones and some susceptibility to surface water flooding. 91

MORPETH LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) MH38 North East of Bothal Expansive views, risk of merger, potential for encroachment and contribution to setting outweigh the lower risks of sprawl MH39 West of Pegswood Expansive views, risk of merger and potential for encroachment outweigh the lower risks of sprawl MH40 North of Pegswood The south boundary of this LPA should be adjusted to create an improved urban edge for Pegswood Primary constraints national designations Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland (wide corridor along W edge of LPA) Nil Listed Buildings (but development in this LPA would impact on setting of Bothal Castle Listed Buildings) Secondary constraints local designations Local Wildlife & Geological Site (wide corridor along W edge of LPA) Nil Conservation Area but development in this LPA would impact on setting of Bothal Conservation Area) 92 Hydrological river channels meandering across LPA) Nil Sewer flood risk EA Flood Zones 2&3 (narrow strands associated with Bothal Burn on LPA W edge) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (strand along W edge of LPA associated with R. Wansbeck and isolated small areas in NE corner of LPA) across LPA) Nil Sewer flood risk Nil Nil Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (isolated small areas in centre of LPA) Nil Sewer flood risk Listed Buildings (large group of buildings in Longhirst village on S edge of LPA and lodge gate on W edge of LPA) Conservation Area (part of Longhirst village on NW corner of LPA) EA Flood Zone 2&3 (wide strand along Longhirst Burn in NE corner and on E edge of LPA) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (narrow strands and isolated fragments along watercourses throughout LPA) Sewer flood risk (areas on N Detailed constraints conclusions High constraints level Primary and secondary designations, some areas in EA flood zones and some susceptibility to surface water flooding. Low constraints level No statutory designations, some susceptibility to surface water flooding and no risk of sewer flooding. Primary and secondary designations and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding.

MORPETH LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) MH41 East of Pegswood Expansive views, risk of merger and potential for encroachment outweigh the lower risks of sprawl Primary constraints national designations Secondary constraints local designations Hydrological and S edge at Longhirst and Pegswood) Nil Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 (narrow strands associated with Bothal Burn on LPA W edge) Surface water Shallow 1:200, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:30 (isolated small areas across LPA and fringe on W edge associated with Bothal Burn) Sewer flood risk (W edge of LPA adjacent to Pegswood) Detailed constraints conclusions No statutory designations but some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding. 93

Map 3: Morpeth Land Parcel Areas - constraints and contribution to Green Belt purposes 94

Corbridge 6.9 Steps 1-2 of the Green Belt Review methodology were carried out in the Northumberland Local Plan Core Strategy, Strategic Land Review, October 2013 in a summary of key constraints and paragraphs on sustainability and deliverability : 6.10 Corbridge has been surrounded by Green Belt for many years but significant land to the north of the village was excluded from the Green Belt when it was designated and this boundary was confirmed with the adoption of the Tyne Valley Local Plan in 1989. The Tynedale District Local Plan 2000 specifically identified that this land should be safeguarded for future housing development. When the Tynedale Core Strategy 2007 was prepared, it was not considered necessary to allocate the land and it remained safeguarded pending any future review of the Plan. 6.11 There are a number of constraints around Corbridge. The River Tyne and the flat area to its south have experienced significant flooding in the past. The Hadrian s Wall World Heritage Site lies to the west; sensitive landscapes and the line of the A69 to the north; and sensitive landscapes to the south-east. This, in effect, means that, beyond the safeguarded land, (within the existing Green Belt), only the area of Howden Dene Farm to the east offers a reasonably sized area that is relatively unconstrained. 6.12 In terms of water cycle issues, only the existing plan scenarios have been tested out. Were further increased housing development rates to be proposed, then scenarios would need to be tested. The main water-related issue, with respect to the safeguarded land and the less constrained Green Belt land to the east of the village, appears to be the management of surface water from any future development, with sustainable drainage therefore being a key planning consideration. 6.13 Many of the SHLAA sites found to have been deliverable have since been the subject of planning applications. Of the uncertain sites put forward through the SHLAA process, only one is not part of the Green Belt. 95

Table 125: Matrix to assess Corbridge Land Parcel Areas (LPAs) against purposes of Green Belt CORBRIDGE Check unrestricted sprawl of large builtup Prevent neighbouring towns merging into Assist in safeguarding the countryside from LPA Ref LPA name areas one another encroachment CE01* Corbridge North The A69, which crosses the LPA E-W, provides strong containment. Beyond this, the wooded valley of the Cor Burn provides some further containment towards the NW of the LPA, with the steeper slopes providing some additional containment towards the NE. These elements of containment lessen the prospect of sprawl in this LPA. Overall, strong containment to S of A69 and weaker to N means effect is moderate. CE02 Corbridge North West The A69 along the S edge of this LPA provides a strong check on the spread of Corbridge into this zone. Nevertheless there is a small risk of the settlement spreading north of the There is no real risk of merger with any substantial settlement in this direction. However, there would be some risk of ribbon development towards Aydon leading to eventual coalescence with Aydon hamlet. Strong containment by A69. However while there is a lack of larger settlements to Corbridge s NW, Sandhoe village lies NW of this LPA and the LPA therefore has a Roadline provides a firm division. S of this, it can be said that there are some urban influences, in terms of modern estates edging Corbridge and the A69 being a dominating feature. This is tempered by the rural Deadridge and Milkwell lanes and the old listed kilns. There is a more rural, countryside feel in the northern section of the LPA, blending into the secluded area around Aydon castle to the north. This LPA consists of very open and exposed countryside, which also stretches beyond this LPA, northwards. The countryside is highly visible from further afield, across the Tyne. The Green Belt status Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns The LPA forms part of the rural setting of the town and, although the historic centre of Corbridge is relatively concealed from views in from this LPA, the LPA is nevertheless visible as a backdrop to the historic village when viewed from south of the R. Tyne, especially from locations such as Prospect Hill. The LPA forms part of the rural setting of the town and, although the historic centre of Corbridge is relatively concealed from views in from this LPA, the LPA is nevertheless visible as a backdrop to Conclusion LPA CE01 Suggest modification of LPA split it along the A69 and reassess the part to the south. Medium contribution to Green Belt purposes but with some pockets contributing more strongly than others. While some of these pockets exist south of the A69, the potential for this road to act as a future firm Green Belt boundary requires a more detailed examination. LPA CE02 Provides a stretch of countryside that blends into the wider countryside. Also provides a backdrop to historic Corbridge, when viewed from the south. It also helps 96

CORBRIDGE LPA Ref LPA name Check unrestricted sprawl of large builtup areas A69 into the SE corner of this LPA CE03 Corbridge West While the A69 provides a backstop to any sprawl, it is the case that, without the Green Belt, there could be a risk of ribbon development along the Corchester Lane, although the WHS setting is a major constraint to this. CE04 Corbridge South The river provides a reasonably strong check on the spread of the settlement southwards. In addition, the low-lying Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another small role in preventing encroachment towards this village. While the A69 provides a backstop to any spread of Corbridge along the Corchester Lane towards Hexham, such development would nevertheless create a sense of coalescence between the two, Hexham being visible across the fields from this end of Corbridge. The ribbon development that occupies the road that links the village with its station and additional strung-out Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment therefore provides a strong contribution towards safeguarding the countryside from encroachment. The LPA has a good degree of containment by the A69 and water bodies; therefore encroachment into the wider countryside would not be a high risk. Nonetheless, the LPA itself contains some valuable countryside, surrounding the fort and therefore encroachment into this area would be undesirable. The ribbon development that occupies the road that links the village with its station and additional strung-out Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns the historic village when viewed from south of the R. Tyne, especially from locations such as Prospect Hill. The LPA contains the important heritage asset of the Roman fort. The countryside surrounding of the fort is important in providing its setting, as well as contributing to the setting of the historic town of Corbridge. Parts of this LPA form a backdrop to the village when viewed from certain angles. Parts of it can be seen from parts of the Conclusion with the containment of the village, keeping it separate from Sandhoe village. LPA CE03 This area of Green Belt provides the setting of the Roman Fort and contributes to the setting of historic Corbridge. It has also prevented ribbon development along the Corchester Lane, and thus the danger of coalescence towards Hexham. While the A69 contains the area from the more open countryside beyond, the countryside within the LPA has an intrinsic value. LPA CE04 The LPA provides a key element of the historic village setting, straddling the river. Its Green Belt designation 97

CORBRIDGE LPA Ref CE05 LPA name Corbridge South East Check unrestricted sprawl of large builtup areas haughs, liable to flooding, also serve this role. Some ribbon development occupies the road that links the village with its station and the Green Belt here prevents this expanding. The section of the LPA that is N of the river also serves this role. There is ribbon development in the Farnley Grange area, which was checked when the Green Belt was designated. Otherwise, this LPA is largely removed from the road system and there is a low chance of additional sprawl over much of the area. Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another developments at Farnley Grange and Ladycutter s Lane could, if not checked by the Green Belt designation, serve to merge these various small groupings with Corbridge over time. However, there are no significant settlements in this direction, so there is not a strong role involved. While the pre 1960s ribbon development in the Farnley Grange area, if allowed to resume, could contribute to a degree of coalescence towards Riding Mill, the intervening distance and landscape elements would, however, not constitute a high risk. Otherwise, the relative inaccessibility of the land and the absence of other settlements, Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment developments at Farnley Grange and Ladycutter s Lane are evidence of past encroachment into the countryside, creating a suburbanising effect. Without the Green Belt, this would almost certainly continue. Much of the countryside area that can be accessed from the road system within this LPA is open and visible from various places to the north. It has an expansive character that would be damaged if development were allowed. While less accessible elements of the LPA are more concealed, these are less likely to be built on for reasons of their Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns village centre. However, the most important aspect is that the haugh areas provide an important swathe of openness across which the dramatic views of the village, rising above the river can be observed. This means that the LPA is highly important to the historic setting. The LPA forms part of the approaches to Corbridge but there is relatively low intervisibility. Conclusion had prevented the suburbanisation and, to a lesser extent, sprawl of the area from continuing from the point it had reached before the Green Belt was designated. LPA CE05 The LPA includes quite visible areas of open countryside, where intrusion of development could be damaging to the countryside and, to a lesser extent, lead to a degree of sprawl / coalescence. However, the slight removal of this area from the immediate environs of Corbridge and the lower level of intervisibility mean 98

CORBRIDGE LPA Ref LPA name Check unrestricted sprawl of large builtup areas CE06 Corbridge East The area plays a clear role in preventing the eastward creep of the village. The nearest part of the built-up area is characterised by low density, haphazard development and this LPA too would lend itself to such piecemeal development, which could be secluded or could be highly visible, depending on where within the area the development was located. CE07 Corbridge North East While Corbridge is not a particularly large built-up area, this area can be regarded as particularly vulnerable to leapfrog Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another (e.g. to the E, but north of the Tyne) means that the overall role in this respect is relatively low. The LPA is reasonably well separated from the countryside beyond. It would not create any significant risk of merger with other settlements. The LPA would not create any significant risk of merger with other settlements. Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment exposure to flood risk as well as their remoteness from the road system. Given that this area of countryside is reasonably well contained from countryside beyond, the risk of encroachment would be moderate only, although it should be borne in mind that some parts of the LPA are exposed to views from longer distances. This is a wide open area of countryside, visible from the A69 and from approaches into the village from the east and north- Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns This area of Green Belt provides part of the rural approach into the historic settlement of Corbridge and, while it is not visible from the village centre (or vice versa), can be regarded as making a moderate contribution to this purpose of the Green Belt. This area of Green Belt provides part of the rural approaches into the historic settlement of Corbridge and, while it Conclusion that it makes a moderate, rather than high contribution to the purposes of the Green Belt. LPA CE06 The area is undulating and parts could absorb development. Nonetheless, it is important to regard the LPA as a contributor to the countryside character and one of the key approaches to the historic village. It is also necessary to see the LPA as preventing the gradual and piecemeal eastward creep of Corbridge. Overall, a moderate contributor to Green Belt purposes. LPA CE07 This LPA is a wide expanse of countryside, experience by those approaching or 99

CORBRIDGE LPA Ref LPA name Check unrestricted sprawl of large builtup areas development from Tyneside, due to its accessibility from the east and the flat, open land, attractive to larger scale development and accessible from the road system. Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment east. Significant development here would alter the countryside character of the eastern side of the settlement. Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns is not visible from the village centre (or vice versa), can be regarded as making a moderate contribution to this purpose of the Green Belt. Conclusion bypassing the village. It offers wide expanses of flat land which could be attractive to larger housebuilders if not protected. While not essential to the setting of the village centre, these approaches into the village should be regarded as part of the setting. 100

Table 136: Matrix to assess Corbridge Land Parcel Areas (LPAs) against constraints CORBRIDGE LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes Primary constraints Secondary constraints local matrix conclusions column) LPA CE01 Suggest modification of LPA split it along the A69 and reassess the part to the south. Medium contribution to Green Belt purposes but with some pockets contributing more strongly than others. While some of these pockets exist south of the A69, the potential for this road to act as a future firm Green Belt boundary a more detailed examination. LPA CE02 Provides a stretch of countryside that blends into the wider countryside. Also provides a backdrop to historic Corbridge, when viewed from the south. It also helps with the containment of the village, keeping it separate from Sandhoe village. national designations SSSI (Corbridge Limestone Quarry) centrally placed north of the A69 Listed Buildings Grade II (Walkers Pottery) The LPA abuts the World Heritage Site as it surrounds Corstopitum Roman Fort to the west A large area of ancient replanted woodland (surrounding Aydon Castle) abuts the LPA to the north. NB cumulatively, the above do not occupy more than a few percent of the overall area. World Heritage Site (as it surrounds Corstopitum Roman Fort to the south) occupies approaching half of the area of this LPA two sections towards the SE and SW of the LPA. The same area is also a Scheduled Monument. Some Listed Buildings Grade II designations Agricultural Land Grade 2 occupies around one quarter of the LPA towards the NW and SE corners. Agricultural Land Grade 2 occupies around threequarters of the LPA excepting SE corner. Hydrological EA Flood Zones 2&3 (narrow strand across LPA along Cor Burn) Surface water shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (narrow strand along Cor Burn and tributaries. Additional strand towards east areas Sewer flood risk (S half of LPA) EA Flood Zones 2&3 (narrow strand across LPA along Cor Burn) Surface water shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (narrow strand along Cor Burn and associated drainage ditches) No issue of sewer flood risk. Detailed constraints conclusions Primary designation constraints over part of LPA, part within Flood Zones 2&3 and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flood risk High constraints level While the WHS only occupies part of the area, these are the areas closest to the village and development beyond these would be undesirable in this context. There is no buffer or landscape setting to the WHS as it surrounds Corstopitum but the remaining fields within this LPA do clearly provide the setting for the 101

CORBRIDGE LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) LPA CE03 This area of Green Belt provides the setting of the Roman Fort and contributes to the setting of historic Corbridge. It has also prevented gradual ribbon development along the Corchester Lane, and thus the danger of coalescence towards Hexham. While the A69 contains the area from the more open countryside beyond, the countryside within the LPA has an intrinsic value. LPA CE04 The LPA provides a key element of the historic village setting, straddling the river. Its Green Belt designation had prevented the suburbanisation and, to a lesser extent, sprawl of the area from continuing from the point it had reached before the Green Belt was designated. Primary constraints national designations World Heritage Site (as it surrounds Corstopitum Roman Fort, which is central within the LPA) occupies the vast majority of the area of this LPA. The same area is also a Scheduled Monument. Scheduled Monument: The remains of the Roman Bridge at Corstopitum (part) Listed Buildings: Grade I: Corbridge Bridge (part) Grade II: Corbridge Mill: Mill House and Adjacent Byre. Scheduled Monuments: o Corbridge Bridge o The remains of the Roman Bridge at Corstopitum (part) o Three temporary camps at Farnley Grange Listed Buildings Grade I: Corbridge Bridge Grade II: three buildings/structures Secondary constraints local designations Village Green occupies a swathe of land along the N bank of the R. Tyne Parts of the riverbank and the extreme east of the LPA are part of the Corbridge Conservation Area that lies to the west and south Agricultural Land Grade 2 occupies over half of the LPA excepting areas closest to Corbridge. LW&GSs (along N edge of LPA associated with R. Tyne and occupying scrubland close to the railway line.) Parts of the riverbank are part of the Corbridge Conservation Area most of which lies to the N or the River Tyne. Agricultural Land Grade 2 occupies around three-quarters of the LPA excepting a strip along the riverbank and a small area in the S of the LPA. Hydrological EA Flood Zones 2&3 (along the banks of the R. Tyne in the S of the LPA and a narrow strand N-S across LPA along Cor Burn) Surface water shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (along the banks of the R. Tyne in the S of the LPA and a narrow strand N-S across LPA along Cor Burn, as well as some other pockets with the fort area, along roadlines and in fields) Sewer flood risk (around one quarter of the LPA in its east, close to the village edge.) EA Flood Zone 3 (a major swathe of land occupying much of the LPA, associated with R.Tyne flood risk. A small area to the S of this is Zone 2, with only a small strop close to the railway at the southern end being Zone 1.) Surface water shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (significant pockets throughout the LPA) Sewer flood risk Detailed constraints conclusions WHS. High constraints level As the WHS occupies most of the area, any development would be very limited by this international status and the SAM designation that covers the same area. Other local designations, especially adjacent to the Tyne, will also be a limiting factor. High constraints level While primary constraints only cover a small part of the total area, the categorisation of the bulk of the LPA as Flood Zone 3, virtually rules out significant development here. In addition, there is a high quality of agricultural land and local designations cover a significant minority of the overall area. 102

CORBRIDGE LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) LPA CE05 The LPA includes quite visible areas of open countryside, where intrusion of development could be damaging to the countryside and, to a lesser extent, lead to a degree of sprawl / coalescence. However, the slight removal of this area from the immediate environs of Corbridge and the lower level of intervisibility mean that it makes a moderate, rather than high contribution to the purposes of the Green Belt. LPA CE06 The area is undulating and parts could absorb development. Nonetheless, it is important to regard the LPA as a contributor to the countryside character and one of the key approaches to the historic village. It is also necessary to see the LPA as preventing the gradual and Primary constraints national designations Scheduled Monuments: o Three temporary camps at Farnley Grange Listed Buildings - Grade II: entrances to rail tunnel and two farm building complexes Ancient Semi-Natural Woodland N bank of R. Tyne, towards E end of LPA. Secondary constraints local designations LW&GSs (along N edge of LPA associated with R. Tyne and occupying scrubland close to the railway line.) Agricultural Land Grade 2 occupies around one quarter of the LPA mostly N of R.Tyne. None Agricultural Land Grade 2 occupies the whole of the LPA. Hydrological (approaching half of the LPA, covering its eastern side) EA Flood Zone 3 (a major swathe of land occupying around half of the LPA, associated with R.Tyne flood risk. The remainder is Zone 1.) Surface water shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200 (significant pockets throughout the LPA) Sewer flood risk (about three-quarters of the LPA, covering all but the northernmost area). Only abuts areas in EA Flood Zones 2&3 (to its south) None within LPA. Surface water shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200, (N-S strip following Howden Dene across the LPA) Sewer flood risk (W third of LPA) Detailed constraints conclusions High constraints level While primary constraints only cover a small part of the total area, the categorisation of half of the LPA as Flood Zone 3, virtually rules out significant development closer to Corbridge, although some areas at Farnley Grange would be less at risk. However sewer flood risk here is significant. Low constraints level While the whole area is Agricultural land grade 2; issues of sewer flooding towards Corbridge edge; only small pockets have other constraints. 103

CORBRIDGE LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) piecemeal eastward creep of Corbridge. Overall, a moderate contributor to Green Belt purposes. LPA CE07 This LPA is a wide expanse of countryside, experience by those approaching or bypassing the village. It offers wide expanses of flat land which could be attractive to larger housebuilders if not protected. While not essential to the setting of the village centre, these approaches into the village should be regarded as part of the setting. Primary constraints national designations Secondary constraints local designations None Agricultural Land Grade 2 occupies the whole of the LPA. Hydrological Surface water shallow 1:200, Shallow 1:30 and Deep 1:200, (contiguous linear areas towards centresouth of LPA but covering small proportion overall) Sewer flood risk (W third of LPA) Detailed constraints conclusions Low constraints level While the whole area is Agricultural land grade 2; issues of sewer flooding towards Corbridge edge; only small pockets have other constraints. 104

Map 64: Corbridge Land Parcel Areas- constraints and contribution to Green Belt purposes 105

Ponteland including Medburn 6.14 Steps 1-2 of the Green Belt Review methodology were carried out in the Northumberland Local Plan Core Strategy, Strategic Land Review October 2013. The key issues identified through the constraints mapping include: The main constraints to Ponteland s future growth relate to the Green Belt, constrained road access through the settlement, an area of higher landscape sensitivity to the south, flooding and drainage issues. Ponteland s built up area has reached the edge of the Green Belt in all directions. Notwithstanding the Green Belt constraints, sensitive landscape effectively prevents any major extension south of Ponteland. Flood zones related to the River Pont are a constraint but it is the management of surface water that provides the main waste water issue. In terms of waste water Ponteland is served by Howdon (in North Tyneside), which is currently subject to monitoring and assessment to confirm its long-term capacity - through the Tyneside Sustainable Sewerage Study, NWL is working with Local Authorities to ensure that new development reduces the amount of surface water entering the sewerage system. The Strategic Housing Land Availability Assessment (SHLAA) identified deliverable and developable sites with the capacity for approximately 480 dwellings. The majority of these numbers, 350 dwellings, are accounted for on the Police HQ site, a previously developed site in the Green Belt. Apart from a few small infill sites within Ponteland and Darras Hall there are no obvious significant opportunities for further housing within the settlement. Without development on Green Belt sites there is little capacity to accommodate additional development of any scale. 6.15 As indicated in the Strategic Land Review, analysis suggests that, without redrawing its boundaries, no more than about 360 dwellings could be accommodated. That figure includes approximately 150 on previously developed land of the Police HQ at Smallburn in the Green Belt and 40 spread between the settlements of Matfen, Medburn and Stamfordham. In order to accommodate development to maintain and strengthen the settlement s role it is necessary to review Green Belt boundaries. 6.16 The satellite settlement of Medburn is assessed in the Ponteland matrices below. 106

Table14: Matrix to assess Ponteland Land Parcel Areas (LPAs) against purposes of Green Belt LPA Label PONTELAND LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion PD01 Coldcoats Burn Some containment by the A696 and Coldcoats Burn is balanced by potential for development to leapfrog beyond the Police HQ There is no risk of merger Urban influences from development at the former Police HQ increase the risk of encroachment on otherwise open countryside Expansive views across this LPA affect the wider setting of Ponteland Risk of encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl and merger PD02* Police HQ Some containment by the A696 and R.Pont is balanced by the weaker urban edge and potential to infill gaps Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Ponteland and development at the former Police HQ Urban influences from development at the former Police HQ increase the risk of encroachment on otherwise open countryside The higher land provides expansive views across this LPA that affect the wider setting of Ponteland but closer to the south boundary views are limited The south boundary of this LPA could be adjusted to allow potential modification of Ponteland s urban edge PD03* R.Pont Some containment by the R.Pont is balanced by the weaker urban edge and potential to infill gaps There is no risk of merger Urban influences on the south edge of this LPA increase the risk of encroachment The higher land, which bears a closer relationship to PD01 and PD04, provides views across this LPA that affect the wider setting of Ponteland but closer to the south boundary views are limited This LPA requires subdivision to allow potential modification of Ponteland s urban edge PD04 Berwick Carr Some containment by the R.Pont and other There is no risk of merger Urban influences in the southern half of The higher land provides views across Risk of encroachment and 107

LPA Label PONTELAND LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas watercourses is balanced by the weaker urban edge and potential gap infill Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another 108 Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment this LPA increase the risk of encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns this LPA that affect the wider setting of Ponteland Conclusion impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl and merger Initial definition of Land Parcel Areas outlined an LPA at Prestwick Carr but this has been omitted from assessment as it within the adjacent local authority, with consequent adjustment of LPA label numbers Initial definition of Land Parcel Areas showed what is no PD05* as two separate areas but because the boundary appeared arbitrary they have been combined in this assessment, with consequent adjustment of LPA label numbers PD05* Eland Hall Some containment by the R.Pont and other watercourses is balanced by the weaker urban edge and potential gap infill PD06* Clickemin Some containment by the A696 and Prestwick road balanced by the weak urban edge and potential gap infill PD07 Prestwick The proximity of Dinnington, Newcastle Airport and Woolsington increases the risk of sprawl PD08* Rotary Drive Strong containment by the A696, B6323 and B6545 is balanced by Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Ponteland and Dinnington Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Ponteland and Dinnington Development in this LPA would increase risk of merger between Ponteland, Dinnington, Airport & Woolsington Development in this LPA does not increase risk of merger Urban influences in the southern half of this LPA increase the risk of encroachment Urban influences in parts of this LPA increase the risk of encroachment Urban influences in parts of this LPA increase the risk of encroachment This is an existing urban fringe area where high quality The higher land provides views across this LPA that affect the wider setting of Ponteland Views to and from Ponteland are screened by tree cover Views to and from Ponteland are screened by tree cover The part of the LPA west of the disused railway provides The south west boundary of this LPA could be adjusted to allow potential modification of Ponteland s urban edge This LPA should be sub-divided to allow potential modification of Ponteland s urban edge but preventing sprawl from Newcastle The risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment outweigh the lower effect on setting This LPA should be sub-divided along line of the disused railway

LPA Label PONTELAND LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion the weak urban edge created by the school and leisure centre developments design is an important issue. Needs a satisfactory transition between urban and rural landscapes expansive views affecting Ponteland s setting and character more than the part east of the railway to allow different approaches to in both halves design quality is an important issue PD09* Callerton Hall There is a risk of sprawl through leapfrog development from Newcastle Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Ponteland, Dinnington, Newcastle Airport and Woolsington Urban influences in this LPA, including former extraction industries increase the risk of encroachment in what is now open countryside This LPA provides expansive views affecting Ponteland s setting and character PD09* While this LPA contributes significantly to NPPF Green Belt purposes the west edge could be redefined without impact on the Green Belt PD10 Birney Hall There is a risk of sprawl through leapfrog development from Newcastle Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Ponteland, Dinnington, Newcastle Airport and Woolsington Urban influences in this LPA, including former extraction industries increase the risk of encroachment in what is now open countryside This LPA provides expansive views affecting Ponteland s setting and character This LPA contributes to all NPPF Green Belt purposes PD11 Heddon Birks There is a risk of sprawl through leapfrog development from Newcastle Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Ponteland and Medburn as well as between Ponteland and Heddon on the Wall and Newcastle Urban influences in this LPA, including development of farms for housing increase the risk of encroachment in what is now open countryside This LPA provides expansive views and its distinctive Breckney s Hill and ridge is clearly visible from the north of Ponteland as affecting the settlement s wider setting and character This LPA contributes to all NPPF Green Belt purposes 109

LPA Label PONTELAND LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion PD12 Heddon Laws /E of Medburn There is a risk of sprawl through leapfrog development from Newcastle Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Ponteland and Medburn as well as between Ponteland and Heddon on the Wall and Newcastle Urban influences in this LPA, including development of low density housing in Medburn, increase the risk of encroachment in open countryside This LPA provides expansive views and is clearly visible from the north of Ponteland as affecting Ponteland s wider setting and character This LPA contributes to all NPPF Green Belt purposes PD13 Heddon Steads There is a risk of sprawl through leapfrog development from Newcastle Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Ponteland, Heddon on the Wall and Newcastle Urban influences in this LPA, including development of farms for housing increase the risk of encroachment in what is now open countryside This LPA provides expansive views affecting Ponteland s wider setting and character This LPA contributes to all NPPF Green Belt purposes PD14 South Dissington There is a risk of sprawl through leapfrog development from Newcastle There is no risk of merger in this LPA Urban influences in this LPA, including development of farms for housing increase the risk of encroachment in open countryside This LPA provides expansive views affecting Ponteland s wider setting and character The risk of sprawl, encroachment and effect on setting outweigh the lower risk of merger PD15 Medburn There is a risk of sprawl through leapfrog development from Newcastle Development other than reuse of brownfield sites, in this LPA would increase the risk of merger with Ponteland Urban influences in this LPA, particularly extensive low density housing development in the village increase the risk of Medburn shares its setting with Ponteland and development in this LPA, other than reuse of brownfield sites, would affect This LPA contributes to all NPPF Green Belt purposes Design quality of brownfield development is an 110

LPA Label PONTELAND LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Conclusion encroachment in adjacent countryside Ponteland s wider setting and character important issue in this LPA and should be addressed in Green Belt policy PD16 Donkin House There is a risk of sprawl through leapfrog development from Newcastle Development in this LPA would increase the risk of merger between Ponteland and Medburn Urban influences in this LPA, including development of low density housing in Medburn, increase the risk of encroachment in open countryside This LPA provides expansive views and is clearly visible from the north of Ponteland as affecting Ponteland s wider setting and character This LPA contributes to all NPPF Green Belt purposes PD17 Dissington East Houses There is a risk of sprawl through leapfrog development from Newcastle There is no risk of merger in this LPA Urban influences in this LPA, including development of low density housing in Medburn, increase the risk of encroachment in open countryside This LPA provides expansive views and affects Ponteland s wider setting and character The risk of sprawl, encroachment and effect on setting outweigh the lower risk of merger PD18 Coat Hill There is a risk of sprawl through leapfrog development from Newcastle There is no risk of merger in this LPA Urban influences in this LPA, including development of low density housing in Medburn, increase the risk of encroachment in open countryside This LPA provides expansive views and affects Ponteland s wider setting and character The risk of sprawl, encroachment and effect on setting outweigh the lower risk of merger PD19 West House There is a risk of sprawl through leapfrog development from Newcastle There is no risk of merger in this LPA Urban influences in this LPA, including development of low density housing in This LPA provides expansive views and affects Ponteland s wider setting and The risk of sprawl, encroachment and effect on setting outweigh the lower risk 111

LPA Label PONTELAND LPA Name Check unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas Prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Medburn, increase the risk of encroachment in open countryside Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns character Conclusion of merger PD20 Coldcotes Moor Some containment by the A696 and Coldcoats Burn is balanced by potential for development to leapfrog beyond the Police HQ There is no risk of merger Urban influences from development at the former Police HQ increase the risk of encroachment on otherwise open countryside Expansive views across this LPA affect the wider setting of Ponteland Risk of encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl and merger Table 15: Matrix to assess Ponteland Land Parcel Areas (LPAs) against constraints PONTELAND LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix Primary constraints Secondary constraints conclusions column) PD01 Coldcoats Burn Risk of encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl and merger national designations local designations Hydrological Nil Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 - along watercourses on N and S edges of LPA Surface water Shallow 1:30, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:200 - narrow strands along small watercourses including Small Burn and Coldcoats Burn as well as some isolated fragments across Detailed constraints conclusions Secondary designation and moderate susceptibility to flood risk and surface water flooding 112

PONTELAND LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) PD02* Police HQ The south boundary of this LPA could be adjusted to allow potential modification of Ponteland s urban edge PD03* R.Pont This LPA requires subdivision to allow potential modification of Ponteland s urban edge Primary constraints national designations Listed Buildings (at Police HQ) Nil Secondary constraints local designations Nil Village Green NE corner of LPA at Berwick Hill Hydrological LPA Nil Sewer flood risk EA Flood Zones 2&3 - along watercourse on N edge of LPA (N of Police HQ) Surface water Shallow 1:30, Deep 1:2000 and Shallow 1:200 - narrow strands along small watercourses including Small Burn on N edge of LPA as well as some isolated fragments across LPA Sewer flood risk small area on S edge of LPA EA Flood Zone 2&3 large area along R. Pont in SW of LPA Surface water Shallow 1:30, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:200 - significant strands throughout LPA but particularly in SW half along watercourses including the R. Pont (N-S through centre of LPA) as well as some isolated Detailed constraints conclusions Includes primary designation, and moderate susceptibility to flood risk, surface water flooding and sewer flooding susceptible to sewer and surface water flooding Includes secondary designations and significant areas of LPA is susceptible to flood risk, surface water flooding and sewer flooding 113

PONTELAND LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) PD04 Berwick Carr Risk of encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl and merger PD05* Eland Hall The south west boundary of this LPA could be adjusted to allow potential modification of Ponteland s urban edge Primary constraints national designations SSSI (fringe in SE corner of LPA) Listed Buildings (Eland Hall) Secondary constraints local designations Local Wildlife &Geological Site (E half of LPA) Local Wildlife &Geological Site (E half of LPA) Hydrological fragments Sewer flood risk small area on S edge of LPA EA Flood Zone 2&3 large area in SE of LPA Surface water Shallow 1:30 and Shallow 1:200 - significant strands throughout S half of LPA Surface water Deep 1:200 fringes along watercourses on S edges of LPA Sewer flood risk small area on N edge of LPA (farm at Berwick Hill) EA Flood Zone 2&3 significant area of LPA in W and E (central area of golf course clear) Surface water Shallow 1:30, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:200 - significant areas throughout LPA Sewer flood risk wide band on SW edge of LPA Sewer flood risk wide band on SW edge of LPA Detailed constraints conclusions High constraints level Includes primary and secondary designation, and susceptibility to flood risk, surface water and sewer flooding High constraints level Includes primary and secondary designation with significant areas of the LPA susceptible to flood risk, surface water and sewer flooding 114

PONTELAND LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) PD06* Clickemin This LPA should be subdivided to allow potential modification of Ponteland s urban edge but preventing sprawl from Newcastle PD07 Prestwick The risk of sprawl, merger and encroachment outweigh the lower effect on setting PD08* Rotary Drive This LPA should be subdivided along line of the disused railway to allow Primary constraints national designations Secondary constraints local designations Hydrological Nil Nil EA Flood Zone 2&3 minor fringe on extreme N edge of LPA Surface water Shallow 1:30, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:200 - narrow strands associated with watercourse across centre of LPA Sewer flood risk wide band on SW edge of LPA Sewer flood risk whole LPA Listed Buildings (Prestwick Village Green EA Flood Zone 2&3 along Hall entire N edge of LPA Surface water Shallow 1:30, and Shallow 1:200 - narrow strands associated with watercourses throughout LPA but mostly concentrated on N edge Surface water Deep 1:200 isolated fragments Sewer flood risk S half of LPA Nil Nil EA Flood Zone 2&3 area in N of LPA around Leisure Centre 115 Detailed constraints conclusions No designations but some susceptibility to flood risk particularly sewer flood risk Includes primary and secondary designation and parts of LPA susceptible to flood risk, surface water and sewer flooding No designations but susceptibility to flood risk, surface water and sewer

PONTELAND LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) different approaches to in both halves design quality is an important issue PD09 Callerton Hall* This LPA contributes to all NPPF Green Belt purposes PD10 Birney Hall This LPA contributes to all NPPF Green Belt purposes PD11 Heddon Birks This LPA contributes to all NPPF Green Belt purposes Primary constraints national designations Listed Buildings (Callerton Hall Listed Buildings (Birney Hall) World Heritage Site Buffer Zone (in SW of LPA) Secondary constraints local designations Conservation Area (High Callerton) Village Green just outside W edge (readjust LPA boundary to include Village Green) Nil Hydrological Surface water Shallow 1:30, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:200 - strands associated with watercourse across centre of LPA Sewer flood risk - most of LPA in W, N and E Nil EA flood zones Surface water Shallow 1:30, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:200 - narrow strands associated with watercourse throughout LPA Sewer flood risk on W and E edges of LPA Nil EA Flood Zones Nil Surface flood risk Nil Sewer flood risk Nil EA Flood Zone 2&3 narrow strand along Dewley Burn in S&E of LPA Surface water Shallow 1:30, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:200 - narrow strands associated with Detailed constraints conclusions flooding * Minor readjustment of LPA boundary required to include Village Green at Callerton - Includes primary and secondary designations and some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding Includes primary designation and most of LPA susceptible to sewer, some to surface water flooding High constraints level Inclusion of part of World Heritage Site buffer zone in SW of LPA outweighs lack of secondary designations and medium level of flood risk 116

PONTELAND LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) PD12 Heddon Laws /E of Medburn This LPA contributes to all NPPF Green Belt purposes PE13 Heddon Steads This LPA contributes to all NPPF Green Belt purposes PD14 South Dissington The risk of sprawl, encroachment and effect on setting outweigh the lower risk of merger Primary constraints national designations Scheduled Monument (Heddon Laws) World Heritage Site Buffer Zone (in SW corner of LPA) Listed Buildings (West Heddon) Listed Buildings (Eachwick Moor and Dissington Old Hall) Secondary constraints local designations Hydrological minor watercourse particularly the Dewley Burn on S&E of LPA Nil Sewer flood risk Nil Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:30, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:200 - narrow strands associated with minor watercourses in N of LPA and some isolated areas in W of LPA Sewer flood risk large area in N of LPA (E of Medburn) and fringes on E edge of LPA Nil Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:30, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:200 - narrow strands associated with minor watercourses in centre and E of LPA Nil Sewer flood risk Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 narrow strands along Med Burn and Swarden Burn in centre and N of LPA Detailed constraints conclusions Includes primary designation and parts of LPA susceptible to surface water and sewer flooding High constraints level Inclusion of part of World Heritage Site buffer zone in SW of LPA outweighs lack of secondary designations and medium level of flood risk Includes primary designations, and susceptibility to flood risk and surface water flooding 117

PONTELAND LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) Primary constraints national designations Secondary constraints local designations Hydrological Surface water Shallow 1:30, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:200 - significant network associated with throughout LPA Nil Sewer flood risk Detailed constraints conclusions PD15 Medburn This LPA contributes to all NPPF Green Belt purposes Design quality of brownfield development is an important issue in this LPA and should be addressed in Green Belt policy PD16 Donkin House This LPA contributes to all NPPF Green Belt purposes Nil Nil Nil EA Flood Zones Surface water Shallow 1:30, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:200 - isolated fragments throughout LPA particularly in NE corner of LPA Sewer flood risk - most of LPA Nil Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 narrow strands along Med Burn and Swarden Burn in W &N of LPA Surface water Shallow 1:30, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:200 - narrow strands associated with watercourses particularly in W& N of LPA Sewer flood risk fringe in SE corner of LPA 118 No designations but some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding No designations but some susceptibility to surface water and sewer flooding

PONTELAND LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) PD17 Dissington East House The risk of sprawl, encroachment and effect on setting outweigh the lower risk of merger PD18 Coat Hill The risk of sprawl, encroachment and effect on setting outweigh the lower risk of merger PD19 West House The risk of sprawl, encroachment and effect on setting outweigh the lower risk of merger Primary constraints national designations Secondary constraints local designations Hydrological Nil Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 along R. Pont on S edge of LPA Surface water Shallow 1:30, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:200 - narrow strands associated with watercourses throughout LPA but particularly on SE edge Nil sewer flood risk Listed Building (West Houses) Nil 119 EA Flood Zones 2&3 along R. Pont on S edge of LPA Surface water Shallow 1:30, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:200 - narrow strands associated with watercourses in centre, E & S edges Nil Sewer flood risk Nil Nil EA Flood Zones 2&3 along R. Pont on S edge of LPA Surface water Shallow 1:30, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:200 - narrow strands associated with watercourses in centre, E & S edges Sewer flood risk wide band on S edge of LPA Detailed constraints conclusions No designations but some susceptibility to surface water flooding Includes primary designation and some susceptibility to flood risk and surface water flooding No designations but some susceptibility to flood risk and surface water and sewer flooding

PONTELAND LPA Label/Name (plus copy of NPPF purposes matrix conclusions column) PD20 Coldcotes Moor Risk of encroachment and impact on setting outweigh the lower risk of sprawl and merger Primary constraints national designations Nil Secondary constraints local designations Local Wildlife & Geological Sites (2 areas on S edge of LPA) Hydrological EA Flood Zones 2&3 along Small Burn W-E through centre of LPA Surface water Shallow 1:30, Deep 1:200 and Shallow 1:200 - narrow strands associated with watercourses in centre along the Small Burn and throughout LPA Sewer flood risk wide band on S edge of LPA Detailed constraints conclusions No primary designations but some susceptibility to flood risk and surface water and sewer flooding 120

Map7: Ponteland Land Parcel Areas constraints and contribution to Green Belt purposes 121

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