Seaham, County Durham Planning Applications
Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Seaham, County Durham. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.
Planning data sourced from County Durham council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Single storey rear dining room extension. Single storey side kitchen extension with pitched roof over existing flat roofed off shoot.
Non-material amendment pursuant to consent DM/24/03202/FPA in order to amend the wording of Condition 9 (Bat and Bird Boxes) to relect an updated drawing, and amend the wording of Condition 23 (M4(2)) to a compliance condition.
Single-storey side extension
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About Seaham - Planning Applications & Local Development
Seaham is a coastal town in County Durham, England, positioned 6 miles south of Sunderland and 13 miles east of Durham. The area experienced significant development in the late 19th century due to investments in its harbour and coal mining industry, making it a key location for planning applications related to coastal development and infrastructure projects. Seaham is also twinned with Gerlingen in Germany, highlighting its international connections. The town has a population of approximately 19,971 (2021 estimate). It sits within the County Durham district.
Property prices in Seaham show an average sale price of £121,090, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Seaham 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 (May 2026). This makes Seaham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Seaham has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Seaham 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.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Seaham, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.