You can check if a property is in a former coal mining area and order a mining report if it is.
Property near to past mining activities may be at risk of being on unstable ground (sometimes called ‘subsidence’).
A coal mining report gives information on:
mine entries within 20 metres of a property’s boundaries
gas emissions from coal mines
other coal mining hazards reported in the area
plans for future coal mining in the area
A solicitor or conveyancer will usually do a coal mining search if you’re buying land or property in an affected area.