Search Spennymoor planning applications

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

Only 9 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 49 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Site Of Former Library And Adjacent Site Cheapside SpennymoorAwaiting decisionCreation of car parking area.Received 21 Oct 2026DM/26/02304/FPA
Stark Group Front Street Merrington Lane Spennymoor DL16 7RZAwaiting decisionWidening of existing access and egress point including provision of new kerbing and enlarged tarmac roadway.Full Planning ApplicationReceived 19 Oct 2026DM/26/02802/FPA
10 Whitworth Close Spennymoor DL16 7LHAwaiting decisionErection of single-storey rear, rear infill and side extensions; enlargement and alteration of the existing roof including increased ridge height and formation of rear dormer to facilitate loft conversion; removal of existing front projecting gable, relocation of principal entrance, and associated alterationsReceived 7 Oct 2026DM/26/02591/FPA
Spennymoor Town Football Club Brewery Field Durham Road Spennymoor DL16 6JNAwaiting decisionRetention of two-storey clubhouse building for a further period of five years following expiry of previous two-year temporary consent (ref: DM/23/02422/FPA).Received 9 Sep 2026DM/26/02009/FPA
Post Office Oxford Road Spennymoor DL16 6YQAwaiting decisionRefurbishment and amalgamation of existing retail (Class E) units together with external alterations, car park reconfiguration and associated worksReceived 9 Sep 2026DM/26/02377/FPA

Planning in Spennymoor

Approved: 94%; 17 of 17 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

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

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Around Spennymoor

Postcode districts

DL16 109 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 Spennymoor

Spennymoor is a town and civil parish located in County Durham, England, approximately 7 miles south of Durham and south of the River Wear. The parish encompasses several villages, including Kirk Merrington, Middlestone Moor, Byers Green, and Tudhoe, with a population of 19,816 recorded in the 2011 census. This growing community presents various planning opportunities and developments for those interested in the area. The town has a population of approximately 22,428 (2021 estimate). It sits within the County Durham district.

Property prices in Spennymoor show an average sale price of £148,955, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Spennymoor 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 Spennymoor a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Spennymoor has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Spennymoor 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.spennymoortowncouncil.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Spennymoor, 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, 68 planning applications were submitted near Spennymoor. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (23), discharge of conditions (11), amendments (6).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Spennymoor?

In the last 24 months, 68 planning applications were submitted near Spennymoor. The approval rate is 94%.

How long do planning decisions take near Spennymoor?

The average planning decision time near Spennymoor is 48 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 Spennymoor?

The planning approval rate near Spennymoor is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Spennymoor?

The most common type of planning application near Spennymoor is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Spennymoor?

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