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22 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Bearpark · updated daily · Durham County Council
Only 5 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- Auton Lodge Auton Stile Bearpark Durham DH7 7DBAwaiting decisionChange of use from ground floor former public house to community workspace and social hub (use E and F2) and bar/restaurant/cafe (use E) including external alterations. (Appeal for non determination)Received 21 Oct 2026DM/25/02652/FPA
- Former Organ Factory Colliery Road Bearpark DH7 7AUAwaiting decisionErection of one detached single-storey dwellinghouse with associated garage, formation of vehicular access and parking area and boundary treatmentsReceived 23 Sep 2026DM/26/02145/FPA
- Colliery Road Bearpark Durham DH7 7AUAwaiting decisionLand at Colliery Road Bearpark Tree Preservation OrderReceived 8 Sep 2026TPO/442/2026
- Durham Academy Bracken Court Ushaw Moor Durham DH7 7NGAwaiting decisionNon-material amendment pursuant to planning permission DM/25/00670/FPA to update plans relating to Condition 3 (Approved Plans), Condition 10 (Hard and Soft Landscaping) and Condition 17 (Cycle Parking) to reflect changes to the cycle parking location due to site levels and to amend the wording of Condition 22 (HMMP Report) to reflect the existing development strategy and timeline.Received 1 Sep 2026DM/26/02281/NMA
- Durham Academy Bracken Court Ushaw Moor Durham DH7 7NGApprovedDischarge of Condition 18 (School Travel Plan) pursuant to Planning Permission DM/25/00670/FPA.Received 3 Aug 2026Decided 28 Sep 2026DM/26/01996/DRC
Planning in Bearpark
- Approved
- 93%
- 14 of 15 decided
- Decision time
- about 10 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bearpark in the last 24 months, from Durham County Council's planning register.
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Around Bearpark
Postcode districts
DH7 222 applications in the last 12 monthsDH1 443 applications in the last 12 monthsDH6 161 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: Durham County Council
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About Bearpark
Bearpark is a village and civil parish located 2.5 miles west of Durham in County Durham, England. Known for its historical significance, the village is near the ruins of Beaurepaire Priory, a former retreat for Durham monks established in 1258. The area has a rich industrial heritage, highlighted by the founding of the Bearpark Coal and Coke Company in 1872, which operated a coal mine until its closure in 1984. This blend of history and industry may be relevant for those researching planning applications in Bearpark, particularly regarding land use and heritage considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,064 (2021 estimate). It sits within the County Durham district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bearpark area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Bearpark a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Bearpark has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bearpark planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
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In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Bearpark. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (11), tree works (6), discharge of conditions (6). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).