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£210,000

Land at Crawley Edge, Crawleyside Bank, Stanhope, DL13

Land size
0.2 acres

Key Features

  • Build plot positioned in an enviable elevated position above the popular Weardale village of Stanhope
  • Beautiful views of the North Pennines National Landscape
  • Plot size approximately 0.2 acres
  • Planning permission in place for a 2 storey detached residential property
  • Potential to adapt layout of approved building to suit the new owner's needs, subject to local authority approval
  • Artist's impression (not to scale) shows a model of the proposed building in situ on the plot
  • Surveys and structural calculations already conducted making the plot ready for construction
  • Mains electricity, water and drainage, are close by but not connected
  • Huge potential to create an impressive residence which would enjoy fantastic views from both inside and out

Description

Set in an enviable elevated position above the picturesque Weardale village of Stanhope, this exceptional build plot offers a rare opportunity to create a bespoke home with breathtaking views of the North Pennines National Landscape. Measuring approximately 0.2 acres, the site is generously proportioned and benefits from planning permission for a two-storey detached residential property. The plot’s orientation and elevation ensure that the future residence will enjoy panoramic vistas, capturing the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside from every angle. An artist’s impression (not to scale) provides a glimpse of the proposed dwelling in situ, illustrating the immense potential for a striking architectural statement. Importantly, there is scope to adapt the approved layout to suit individual requirements, subject to local authority approval, allowing the new owner to tailor the design and internal arrangement to their own lifestyle and aspirations. Comprehensive surveys and structural calculations have already been completed, meaning the plot is ready for construction and significantly reducing the lead time for development. Although not connected, mains electricity, water, and drainage are close by, streamlining the process of bringing essential services to the new home. The proposed floorplan for the permitted property offers flexible family living across two levels, with ample space to maximise the spectacular outlook from principal rooms. Whether you envision expansive open-plan living areas, generous bedrooms, or bespoke features to make the most of the setting, the possibilities are abundant. This is a rare chance to secure a ready-to-build plot in a sought-after location, ideal for those seeking to craft an impressive residence with unrivalled views and a sense of tranquillity. With planning permission in place, technical groundwork completed, and utilities within easy reach, this site presents a compelling proposition for self-builders and developers alike. Contact us today to arrange a viewing, and take the first step towards bringing your dream home to life in this truly outstanding Weardale setting.
Agent’s Notes:
Approved planning application number: DM/20/03264/VOC.
Full details of the application can be reviewed online on the Durham County Council Planning Portal.
It is a condition of the planning permission that any house built on the plot must be to band A Energy Performance Certificate standard.
In addition to the current permission, previous permission was granted for a 3-4 bedroom detached home benefiting from integral and detached garages (DM/20/00879/FPA).
Disclaimer:
These particulars are intended to give a fair description of the property but do not constitute part of an offer or contract. All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact and must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in the employment of the seller or agent has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to this property. We are obliged to conduct an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) check on all buyers, this is a legal requirement, it’s an online process and doesn’t affect your credit score. We charge a fee for the AML check, which our Onboarding and Compliance Team will collect once a buyer has had an offer accepted on a property.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
TBC
Date Posted
2026-07-11

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Parking
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

54 Mbps

Superfast

Suitable for

  • HD streaming
  • Video calls
  • Web & social

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Stanhope Barrington CofE Primary School618 metresOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    123
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Frosterley Primary School2.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    32
    Type
    Community school
  • Wolsingham Primary School5.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    163
    Type
    Community school
  • St John's Chapel Primary School6.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    24
    Type
    Community school
  • Castleside Primary School7.6 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    83
    Type
    Academy converter

Secondary

  • Wolsingham School5.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    774
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Consett Academy10 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,493
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • St Bede's Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Lanchester12 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,240
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Roman Catholic
  • Parkside Academy13 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    833
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Staindrop Academy15 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    504
    Type
    Academy sponsor led

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Co-op Stanhope, Stanhope, County Durham0.7 miles
Co-op Frosterley, Frosterley2.9 miles
Spar Wolsingham, Wolsingham6 miles

GP surgery

The Weardale Practice0.8 miles

Pharmacy

Stanhope Chemists Ltd0.7 miles

Hospital

Weardale Hospital948 metres

Green space

Play Space83 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

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Getting Around

Nearest station

Stanhope Rail Station1 mile

Nearest bus stop

Village130 metres

Typical drive times

Consett19 min · 12 miles
Tow Law17 min · 10 miles
Stanhope1 min · 0.7 miles
Wolsingham11 min · 6.5 miles
Durham (city)32 min · 23 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)
  • Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)

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