Development applications in Wickham, NSW 2293
13 development applications were lodged for properties in Wickham from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. What is being built, how much of it is housing, and where each application stands.
Latest council activity:
Applications lodged
13
incl. 4 modifications
Decided
9
3 still in progress
New dwellings proposed
3
stated on applications
Declared construction value
$2.4M
across 7 applications
Applications lodged each month
Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. The latest month is month-to-date, and councils can publish applications a few weeks after lodgement.
- 2Oct
- 0Nov
- 4Dec
- 1Jan
- 1Feb
- 1Mar
- 1Apr
- 0May
- 1Jun
- 1Jul
- 1Aug
- 0Sep
What is being proposed
9 new applications by main type of work (modifications excluded).
- Commercial, industrial & community4
- Alterations & additions2
- Demolition only2
- Apartments & townhouses1
Where applications stand
Status of the 13 applications lodged in the last 12 months.
- Approved
- 0
- Determined (outcome not stated)
- 9
- Refused
- 0
- Withdrawn or not accepted
- 1
- In progress
- 3
Many council records only say an application was "determined", without saying whether it was approved, so those are shown separately rather than counted as approvals.
Largest projects in the last 12 months
Ranked by dwellings proposed, then declared construction cost.
- In progress
22 Robert Street
Multi-dwelling housing, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 21 July 2026 · 3 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
30 Fleming Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 9 Apr 2026 · $500K–$1M
- In progress
132 Hannell Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Recreation facility (indoor)
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 10 Aug 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
8 Mary Street
Demolition
Demolition only · Lodged 24 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
53 Robert Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 2 Dec 2025 · Under $100K
Most recent applications
The 30 most recent applications lodged in Wickham, newest first. Costs are shown as bands.
- In progress
132 Hannell Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Recreation facility (indoor)
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 10 Aug 2026 · $100K–$500K
- In progress
22 Robert Street
Multi-dwelling housing, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 21 July 2026 · 3 dwellings · $1M–$5M
- Determined
8 Mary Street
Demolition
Demolition only · Lodged 24 June 2026 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
30 Fleming Street
Demolition, Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 9 Apr 2026 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
150 Hannell Street
Business premises, Commercial development, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 16 Mar 2026 · Under $100K · Modification
- Determined
22 Albert Street
Community facility, Hours of operation and trading
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 20 Feb 2026 · Modification
- Determined
73 Railway Lane
Residential flat building, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 27 Jan 2026 · 150 dwellings · Under $100K · Modification
- Withdrawn
8 Mary Street
Demolition
Demolition only · Lodged 10 Dec 2025 · $500K–$1M
- In progress
U 1 21 Railway Street
Multi-dwelling housing, Shop top housing, Erection of a new structure, Car park
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 9 Dec 2025 · 59 dwellings · $20M–$100M · Modification
- Determined
150 Hannell Street
Business premises, Commercial development, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 5 Dec 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
53 Robert Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 2 Dec 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
8-10 Albert Street
Commercial development, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 29 Oct 2025
- Determined
8-10 Albert Street
Commercial development, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 28 Oct 2025 · Under $100K
- Determined
10 Dangar Street
Commercial development, Office Premise, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Retail Premise, Shop, Residential…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 24 Sept 2025 · Modification
- Determined
73 Railway Lane
Residential flat building, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 29 Aug 2025 · $1M–$5M · Modification
- Withdrawn
79 Fleming Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 29 Aug 2025 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
50A Annie Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 15 Aug 2025 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
10 Church Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Residential Accommodation
Alterations & additions · Lodged 31 July 2025 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
41 Throsby Street
Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia, Vehicle repair station
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 23 June 2025
- Determined
52 Annie Street
Multi-dwelling housing, Subdivision, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 27 May 2025 · 3 dwellings · $1M–$5M · Modification
- Determined
128 Hannell Street
Commercial development, Advertising and signage, Erection of a new structure, Shop, Neighbourhood shop
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 13 May 2025 · $500K–$1M
- Determined
73 Railway Lane
Residential flat building, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 11 Dec 2024 · 152 dwellings · $1M–$5M · Modification
- Determined
50 Railway Street
Subdivision
Subdivisions · Lodged 27 Nov 2024
- Determined
48 Annie Street
Erection of a new structure, Swimming pool
Pools, sheds, garages & decks · Lodged 1 Nov 2024 · Under $100K
- Determined
132 Hannell Street
Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure, Recreation facility (indoor), Take away food and drink
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 21 Oct 2024 · $100K–$500K
- Determined
45 Robert Street
Dwelling house, Erection of a new structure
New houses · Lodged 21 Oct 2024 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K · Modification
- Determined
49 Annie Street
Commercial development, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia…
Commercial, industrial & community · Lodged 1 Oct 2024
- Determined
116 Hannell Street
Shop top housing, Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 25 Sept 2024 · 1 dwelling · $100K–$500K
- Determined
20 Dickson Street
Dwelling house, Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
Alterations & additions · Lodged 3 Sept 2024 · $100K–$500K
- Withdrawn
1 26 Bishopsgate Street
Shop top housing, Erection of a new structure
Apartments & townhouses · Lodged 28 Aug 2024 · 1 dwelling · $1M–$5M
Application details as published by Newcastle City Council. The council's own register is the authoritative record for any individual application.
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Development in Wickham: frequently asked questions
How many development applications were lodged in Wickham in the last 12 months?
13 development applications were lodged for properties in Wickham from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. 4 were modifications to an earlier application. The busiest month was Dec 2025, with 4 applications.
What kind of development is happening in Wickham?
Of the new applications lodged in the last 12 months, the most common were commercial, industrial & community (4), alterations & additions (2), demolition only (2).
How many new homes are proposed in Wickham?
Applications lodged in Wickham in the last 12 months propose 3 new dwellings, counting new houses, granny flats, dual occupancies, townhouses and apartments where the application states a dwelling count. Withdrawn applications and modifications are excluded.
How many development applications in Wickham have been decided?
Of the 13 applications lodged in the last 12 months, 9 have a decision (9 recorded as determined without the outcome stated), 3 are still in progress and 1 was withdrawn or not accepted.
Which council assesses development applications in Wickham?
Applications for Wickham are lodged with Newcastle City Council. Its public register is the authoritative record for any individual application.