South Moor, County Durham Planning Applications
Track every planning application and planning permission decision near South Moor, 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
Change of use from dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to a care home (Use Class C2) including dormer window, rooflights and demolition of conservatory to rear and rooflights to front for up to 4no young people aged between 6 and 17 years
Change of use of residential garage to 1 No. dwelling house (C3) with parking and garden
Certificate of Lawfulness for existing building formerly used a church, (previously falling under use class d1, newly defined within current use class as f1). The applicant proposed another use for the building which they consider falls within the F1 use class
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About South Moor - Planning Applications & Local Development
South Moor is a village situated in the civil parish of Stanley, County Durham, England. Nestled on the northern slope of the Craghead valley, this semi-rural community features a main street lined with approximately twelve shops, which thrive despite their proximity to the larger retail offerings in Stanley, including an Asda supermarket. This blend of local commerce and rural charm makes South Moor a notable area for planning applications and development opportunities. It sits within the Stanley district.
Property prices in South Moor show an average sale price of £118,905, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the South Moor 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 South Moor a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around South Moor has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, South Moor 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 South Moor, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.