Search Seaham planning applications

15 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Seaham · updated daily · Durham County Council

Only 3 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 15 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Posh Muts Dog Grooming 57 Milton Close Seaham SR7 8ARAwaiting decisionConstruction of timber shed in rear garden (retrospective).Full Planning ApplicationReceived 13 Oct 2026DM/26/02751/FPA
Land East And North Of Malvern Crescent Seaham SR7 8AUAwaiting decisionDischarge of Conditions 10 (Highway Adoptions Details), 18 (Contamination Verification), and 24 (Tree Planting) pursuant to consent DM/24/03202/FPA.Received 5 Oct 2026DM/26/02645/DRC
3 Springfield Crescent Dawdon Seaham SR7 7SUAwaiting decisionLoft Conversion with Front and Rear Dormer WindowsReceived 23 Sep 2026DM/26/02439/FPA
Land East And North Of Malvern Crescent Seaham SR7 8AUApprovedNon-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.Received 27 Jul 2026Decided 10 Aug 2026DM/26/01929/NMA
10 Yarmouth Close Seaham SR7 7RPAwaiting decisionSingle-storey rear extensionFull Planning ApplicationReceived 16 Jun 2026DM/26/01539/FPA

Planning in Seaham

Approved: 100%; 15 of 15 decided
Decision time: about 10 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Seaham in the last 24 months, from Durham County Council's planning register.

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Around Seaham

Postcode districts

SR7 92 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Durham County Council

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About Seaham

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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Seaham, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Seaham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Seaham?

In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Seaham. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Seaham?

The average planning decision time near Seaham is 67 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Seaham?

The planning approval rate near Seaham is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Seaham?

The most common type of planning application near Seaham is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Seaham?

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