Land On The North Side Of Dean Bank, Ferryhill, County Durham, DL17

Development opportunity for the construction of 18 no. dwellings in the village of Ferryhill, County Durham extending 2.64 acres. The Site has a pending outline planning permission recommended for approval subject to agreeing the s106.

OFFERS INVITED BY NO LATER THAN 12:00 ON 19TH FEBRUARY 2026

GFW are pleased to present this residential development opportunity with a pending outline planning permission for the construction of 18 dwellings with all matters reserved (subject to s106 agreement) on land extending 2.64 acres at the West Side of West Street DL17 8PN.

Planning
The Site is subject to a pending planning permission (subject to s106) by Durham County Council under application reference DM/24/03322/OUT for the development of up to 18 dwellings at Ferryhill.

The planning is subject to a Section 106 agreement with the draft terms as follows:
10% affordable dwellings

£14,229 Open Space Contribution
£48,624 Secondary Education Contribution
£15,116 SEND Education Contribution
£2,812 Monitoring Fee

Full details of the application can be viewed via within the Data Room and the Durham County Council planning portal using reference number DM/24/03322/OUT.

Access
The Site access is via Saddler Street to the east which is an adopted highway.

Services
It is recommended to seek independent advice as to the availability, suitability of existing and cost of connection of services to meet the development needs.

Method of Sale
We are inviting offers via for the property via informal tender by no later than:

12:00 ON 19TH FEBRUARY 2026

Bids most include the following minimum requirements:

Contract Type (Conditional / Unconditional).
Best financial offer for the freehold title.
Provide reserved matter planning strategy and information around dwelling mx, plans and housetypes.

Offers to state the name and registered address of the bidder and their solicitor.

Offers to outline financial arrangements for acquisition, including proof of allocated funds and associated timescale to completion.

Contribution payable to landowner’s solicitor and agent fee.

Title Matters
The Site will be sold with an overage whereby any of the non-development area will be subject to a payment of 50% uplift in value for any future planning consent.

Viewings
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment,

EPC Rating
Any new build dwelling is required to have an EPC assessment once the development is complete, using the SAP methodology approved within Building Regulations Document L, Volume 1.

Tenure & Possession
The site is offered for sale as freehold with vacant possession upon completion.

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The location of the property can be found here:
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Anti-Money Laundering
In accordance with anti-money laundering regulations, two forms of identification and confirmation of the source of funding will be required from the successful bidder.

Important Notice
Every care has been taken with the preparation of these particulars, but they are for general guidance only and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. If there is any point, which is of particular importance  professional verification should be sought. All dimensions/boundaries are approximate. The mention of fixtures, fittings &/or appliances does not imply they are in full efficient working order. Photographs are provided for general information and you may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website. These particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract (Date of Particulars December 2025).

The Site is located in the town of Ferryhill, County Durham, which offers a range of local amenities including supermarkets, independent shops, cafes, and a leisure centre. The town also benefits from nearby schools and healthcare facilities, making it a well-serviced community.

Ferryhill provides strong transport connections, with regular bus services linking to Durham, Darlington, and other surrounding areas. The A167 and A1(M) are easily accessible, providing convenient routes for travel both north and south.