Like you say, the away section being moved will be a good thing. I always think having away fans that close to the goal and pitch could work against a home team. it's ideal for us at Newcastle because the away fans are miles away from the pitch which in theory should be a massive bonus against teams who hardly bring any fans. Doesn't always work out that way mind haha.
We are doing the same as you mate, up a height. I worry about your lot above our lot at the derby, but then it seems to be ok at St James. Rumours of flying piss etc seem to be just that.
same one such person thought it whould be great to wind me up all day because he saw the little black one was **** and that sub scored an own goal