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Planning in Ushaw Moor

Approved
91%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Ushaw Moor

Ushaw Moor is an historic pit village located in County Durham, England, on the north bank of the River Deerness, just west of Durham and south of Bearpark. It is part of the Deerness electoral ward in the City of Durham constituency, represented by MP Mary Foy since 2019. This area may present various planning opportunities due to its unique heritage and proximity to urban centres.

Property prices in Ushaw Moor show an average sale price of £184,444, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ushaw 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 Ushaw Moor a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ushaw 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Ushaw Moor, 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, 34 planning applications were submitted near Ushaw Moor. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were tree works (6), full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ushaw Moor?
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Ushaw Moor. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ushaw Moor?
The average planning decision time near Ushaw Moor is 63 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 Ushaw Moor?
The planning approval rate near Ushaw Moor is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ushaw Moor?
The most common type of planning application near Ushaw Moor is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ushaw Moor?
You can search and track planning applications near Ushaw Moor on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.