Skip to content

Search South Derbyshire District Council planning applications

261 in the last 90 days87 in the last 3042 in the last 1489% approveddecisions typically take 73 days

Source: South Derbyshire District Council planning register · updated daily

Showing 1 to 5 of 265 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Sign up free to see all 265 applications

You're seeing the first 5. A free account shows the full list, with filters and email alerts.

Unlock the full intelligence for South Derbyshire District Council

Approval trends over time, decision speed by application type, flood and conservation context, population and local data: all free with an account.

House prices in South Derbyshire District Council: average £261,544, +4.7% over 12 months (UK House Price Index, July 2026)

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has South Derbyshire District Council received?
South Derbyshire District Council received 904 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 89%.
How long does South Derbyshire District Council take to decide applications?
South Derbyshire District Council takes an average of 73 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate for South Derbyshire District Council?
South Derbyshire District Council approves 89% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.
How do I object to a planning application in South Derbyshire District Council?
Submit your representation to South Derbyshire District Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the South Derbyshire District Council planning portal.
Can I appeal a South Derbyshire District Council planning decision?
Yes. If South Derbyshire District Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 240 appeals were lodged against South Derbyshire District Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 37% success rate.

Planning data sourced from South Derbyshire District Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

Planning Permission in South Derbyshire District Council - Find the Right Professional

Find an Architect in South Derbyshire District Council

Find your architect in the South Derbyshire District Council area for planning permission applications, extensions and new builds.

Find a Building Contractor in South Derbyshire District Council

Find local builders in the South Derbyshire District Council area for planning-approved builds and permitted development works.

Common planning application types in South Derbyshire District Council

Rear extensionsLoft conversionsHouseholder applicationsTree works & TPOListed building consentChange of useAnnexes & granny flatsSolar panelsBarn conversionsBasement extensions

About South Derbyshire District Council Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the South Derbyshire District Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

South Derbyshire District Council oversees a diverse area in Derbyshire, England, encompassing the towns of Melbourne and Swadlincote alongside several villages, including Hilton, Hatton, and Repton. Notably, approximately one-third of the National Forest is situated within the district, making it a significant region for planning applications related to both residential and environmental projects.

The council area encompasses 64 towns and villages, including Swadlincote. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, South Derbyshire District Council received 904 planning applications. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (228), discharge of conditions (142), tree works (101). 37 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

240 planning appeals were lodged against South Derbyshire District Council decisions, of which 75 were allowed and 126 were dismissed (37% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for South Derbyshire District Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the South Derbyshire District Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.

Neighbouring councils and planning authorities

Councils next to South Derbyshire District Council