How long do planning decisions take near Alvaston?

The average planning decision time near Alvaston is 45 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 Alvaston?

The planning approval rate near Alvaston is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Alvaston?

The most common type of planning application near Alvaston is outline applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Alvaston?

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Alvaston, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Alvaston, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Alvaston are administered by Derby City Council. View the full Derby City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Alvaston

Alvaston is a village and ward located in Derby, Derbyshire, situated three miles southeast of the city centre along the A6 road. Its name likely originates from a historical figure named Ælfwald, adding a layer of heritage to the area. For those researching planning applications, Alvaston's strategic location and community context make it an essential consideration in local development discussions.

Population: 16,255

District: Derby

Website: https://www.parkrun.org.uk/alvaston

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Area Information

Admin district: Derby
Parliamentary constituency: Derby South
LSOA: Derby 025D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Alvaston.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Alvaston.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Alvaston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

11 planning applications found near Alvaston.

26/00448/FUL - 1180 London Road Derby DE24 8QG
Use of the building as a residential children's home (Use Class C2)
Status: Undecided | Council: Derby | Date: 2026-05-07
- 27 Spencer Street Derby DE24 8RW
Installation of a dormer to the rear elevation, two rooflights to front elevation and a first floor side elevation obscure glazed window
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Derby | Date: 2026-04-27
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- 17 Eden Street Derby DE24 8RD
Use of the building as a house in multiple occupation (Use Class C4)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Derby | Date: 2025-12-03
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- 1255 London Road Derby DE24 8QN
Display of internally illuminated sign board
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Derby | Date: 2025-08-19
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- 31 Hollis Street Derby DE24 8QW
Use of the building as a house in multiple occupation (Use Class C4)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Derby | Date: 2025-05-06
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- 382 Brighton Road Derby DE24 8TF
Change of use from a dwelling house (Use Class C3) to a house in multiple occupation (Use Class C4)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Derby | Date: 2025-04-17
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- 382 Brighton Road Derby DE24 8TF
Single storey rear extensions (projecting beyond the rear wall of the original house by 3.27m and 6m, maximum height 3m, height to eaves 3m) to dwelling house
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Derby | Date: 2024-08-30
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- 90 Beech Avenue Derby DE24 0DZ
Single storey rear extension (projecting beyond the rear wall of the original house by 4m, maximum height 3.7m, height to eaves 2.3m) to dwelling house
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Derby | Date: 2024-08-08
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- 17 Hall Street Derby DE24 8SU
Single storey rear extension (projecting beyond the rear wall of the original house by 6m, maximum height 3m, height to eaves 3m) to dwelling house
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Derby | Date: 2024-07-26
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- 1143 London Road Derby DE24 8QD
Use of the building as a six bedroom (six occupant) house in multiple occupation (Use Class C4)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Derby | Date: 2024-07-15
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- Highway Verge London Road Derby (adj. Lichfield Drive)
Erection of a 15m monopole, equipment cabinets and ancillary development
Status: Rejected | Type: Telecoms | Council: Derby | Date: 2023-03-25
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A brief summary of Alvaston in Derbyshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Alvaston a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Alvaston planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.parkrun.org.uk/alvaston. 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.

Planning Activity in Alvaston

In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Alvaston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Alvaston may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Alvaston were outline applications (8), amendments (5), discharge of conditions (3).

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