Apperknowle, Derbyshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Apperknowle, Derbyshire.
Derbyshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Apperknowle are administered by Amber Valley Borough Council. View the full Amber Valley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Apperknowle
Apperknowle is a picturesque village in Derbyshire, England, situated on the southwestern slopes of a flat-topped ridge at approximately 200 meters above sea level. It offers stunning views over the nearby town of Dronfield and the surrounding villages of Unstone and Unstone Green, nestled in the valley below along the River Drone and the Midland Railway. Additionally, the village features a small grass airstrip, originally owned by British Steel, which now accommodates private planes and includes a couple of hangars built in the 1980s.
District: Unstone
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £355,101 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North East Derbyshire
- Parliamentary constituency: North East Derbyshire
- LSOA: North East Derbyshire 004A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-04.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Apperknowle.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Apperknowle.
- 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 Apperknowle based on the last 24 months of planning data.
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A brief summary of Apperknowle in Derbyshire
Apperknowle is a picturesque village in Derbyshire, England, situated on the southwestern slopes of a flat-topped ridge at approximately 200 meters above sea level. It offers stunning views over the nearby town of Dronfield and the surrounding villages of Unstone and Unstone Green, nestled in the valley below along the River Drone and the Midland Railway. Additionally, the village features a small grass airstrip, originally owned by British Steel, which now accommodates private planes and includes a couple of hangars built in the 1980s. It sits within the Unstone district.
Property prices in Apperknowle show an average sale price of £355,101, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Apperknowle a particularly low-crime area.
Apperknowle has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Moss Valley. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Apperknowle includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Moss Valley Woods SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Apperknowle 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.
Planning Activity in Apperknowle
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Apperknowle.
The most common application types near Apperknowle were listed building and heritage (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.