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40 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Alfreton · updated daily · Amber Valley Borough Council

Only 5 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 40 · received or decided in the last 12 months

10 Charles Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7EAAwaiting decisionRaised rear terrace, with privacy screening installed above the perimeter wallsReceived 22 Oct 2026AVA/2026/0677
Land West Of Chesterfield Road, Chesterfield Road, Alfreton, DerbyshireAwaiting decisionReserved Matters application (appearance, landscaping, layout and scale) pursuant to Outline Planning Permission ref. AVA/2023/0764, granted on appeal (ref. APP/M1005/W/24/3343782), for the erection of up to 177 dwellings, including affordable housing, together with public open space, childrens play facilities, landscaping, sustainable drainage systems (SuDS), internal access roads, parking, and associated infrastructure and works. The application also includes discharge of conditions 4 (land levels), 6 (Scheme of Intrusive Investigations), 7 (no build zones), 14 (Bins and Waste Collection arrangements), 20 (Environmental Management Plan) and 21 (Arboricultural Plan). (May affect Public Rights of Way and setting of the Listed Building and Conservation Area)Received 21 Oct 2026AVA/2026/0553
72 - 74 High Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7BEAwaiting decisionFirst floor 2 bed apartment, office and storeReceived 24 Sep 2026AVA/2026/0490
1 - 3 High Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7DRAwaiting decisionProposed 1 bedroom flat at rear of property and external alterations associated with internal changes (may affect the setting of a listed building and character of the conservation area)Received 11 Sep 2026AVA/2026/0559
Nationwide, 35 - 37 High Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7DRAwaiting decisionRemedial works to the facade, windows, rainwater goods, and part re-roof in clay tilesReceived 3 Sep 2026AVA/2026/0565

Planning in Alfreton

Approved: 90%; 43 of 44 decided
Decision time: about 10 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Alfreton in the last 24 months, from Amber Valley Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Alfreton

Postcode districts

DE55 208 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Amber Valley Borough Council

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About Alfreton

Alfreton is a town and civil parish located in the Amber Valley district of Derbyshire, England, with a population of 8,799 as of the 2021 Census. Once a Norman Manor and later an Urban District, Alfreton includes the villages of Ironville, Riddings, Somercotes, and Swanwick, which were historically part of its jurisdiction. The area's planning landscape reflects its rich history and evolving community needs, making it an important location for development inquiries. The town has a population of approximately 8,794 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Amber Valley district.

Alfreton covers an area of approximately 4.6 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Alfreton show an average sale price of £241,737, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Alfreton area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Alfreton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Alfreton has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Alfreton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://alfretontowncouncil.co.uk.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Alfreton, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 65 planning applications were submitted near Alfreton. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were outline applications (4), tree works (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Alfreton?

In the last 24 months, 65 planning applications were submitted near Alfreton. The approval rate is 90%.

How long do planning decisions take near Alfreton?

The average planning decision time near Alfreton is 71 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Alfreton?

The planning approval rate near Alfreton is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Alfreton?

The most common type of planning application near Alfreton is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

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