Ashbourne, Derbyshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ashbourne, Derbyshire.
Derbyshire · England · Town
About Ashbourne
Ashbourne, a charming market town in the Derbyshire Dales district, lies 14 miles west of Derby and had a population of approximately 9,163 as of 2019. Known for its rich history, the town features numerous historical buildings and independent shops, alongside hosting the traditional annual Shrovetide football match. Often regarded as the gateway to Dovedale, Ashbourne's proximity to the southern edge of the Peak District makes it a prime location for planning applications related to tourism and development in this picturesque area.
Population: 8,967 (2021)
District: Derbyshire Dales
Website: http://www.ashbourne-town.com/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £404,444 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Derbyshire Dales
- Parliamentary constituency: Derbyshire Dales
- LSOA: Derbyshire Dales 010C
Crime Statistics
40 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 19
- anti-social-behaviour: 6
- criminal-damage-arson: 4
- burglary: 3
- other-theft: 3
- public-order: 3
- theft-from-the-person: 1
- other-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ashbourne.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ashbourne.
- 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 Ashbourne based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
26 planning applications found near Ashbourne.
- - Bank House 1 Compton Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1DY
Proposed internal strip out of non-original features including stud partition walls, suspended ceilings, bank cashier screens and toilets.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - Ashbourne Recreation Ground And Playing Fields Cokayne Avenue Ashbourne Derbyshire
Proposed use of scoreboard as commercial advertising board
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-02-27
View full details - - Bank House 1 Compton Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1DY
Repair and replace various internal doors (retrospective)
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-02-13
View full details - - Ashbourne Library 2 Compton Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1DA
Proposed installation of new external air source heat pump within a fenced compound (CD3/1225/16).
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-02-05
View full details - - 12 And 12A Market Place Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1ES
Installation automatic opening vent to rear of roof and installation of ventilation extract to rear elevation
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - 12 St John Street Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1GH
Discharge of Conditions 4, 5 and 6 of application 25/00966/LBALT - Proposed new door on the rear elevation, fixing signage to the front elevation, new walls to the ground and first floor. Removal of w
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - Henmore Bank And Former Lloyds Bank King Edward Street Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1BW
Fell 1no. willow, group of holly and sycamore and 1no. scots pine. Cut ivy on 1no. cedar
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - Ashbourne Library, 2 Compton Street, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1DA
Installation of new external air source heat pump within a fenced compound.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Derbyshire | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - 12 St John Street Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1GH
Installation of 1 no. fascia sign and 1 no. projecting sign
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - 9 - 11A Market Place Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1EU
Replacement shopfront
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - 11 King Street Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1EA
Application for Larger Home Extension - Proposed single storey rear extension projecting 3.85m from the rear wall with a proposed maximum height of 3.45m and eaves height of 2.2m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2025-10-06
View full details - - 35 St John Street Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1GP
Discharge of Condition 3 of application 25/00346/FUL - Renovation and formation of new single storey glazed link and change of use from cafe to residential (use class C3)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2025-09-17
View full details - - 35 St John Street Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1GP
Discharge of Condition 3 of application 25/00347/LBALT - Internal alterations and renovation and form new single storey glazed link and change of use from cafe to residential
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2025-09-17
View full details - - 12 And 12A Market Place Ashbourne Derbyshire
Internal alterations and change of use from retail to residential
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2025-06-13
View full details - - The Gallows Sign St John Street Ashbourne Derbyshire
Proposed regularisation of the previous removal of the head structure from the Green Man and Blacks Head gantry sign for off site display in the Ashbourne Historical Centre in Ashbourne Town Hall alon
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - 35 St John Street Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1GP
Internal alterations and renovation and form new single storey glazed link and change of use from cafe to residential
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2025-04-14
View full details - - 5A St John Street Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1GP
Proposed internal and external decoration works to existing cafe premises to include the installation of awning and planters to frontage at St John Street elevation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2024-08-02
View full details - - Market Place And Victoria Square Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1EX
Variation of conditions 2, 4 and 8 of planning application no. 23/00959/LBALT - Various changes to related conditions
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2024-07-24
View full details - - 6 St John Street Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1GH
Fix 2 hanging basket brackets to front wall
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2024-05-27
View full details - - 15 Victoria Square Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1GG
Fix 2 hanging basket brackets to front wall
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2024-05-27
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A brief summary of Ashbourne in Derbyshire
Ashbourne, a charming market town in the Derbyshire Dales district, lies 14 miles west of Derby and had a population of approximately 9,163 as of 2019. Known for its rich history, the town features numerous historical buildings and independent shops, alongside hosting the traditional annual Shrovetide football match. Often regarded as the gateway to Dovedale, Ashbourne's proximity to the southern edge of the Peak District makes it a prime location for planning applications related to tourism and development in this picturesque area. The Town has a population of approximately 8,967 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Derbyshire Dales district.
Property prices in Ashbourne show an average sale price of £404,444, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
The Ashbourne area recorded 40 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Ashbourne has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ashbourne. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ashbourne planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.ashbourne-town.com/. 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 Ashbourne
In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near Ashbourne. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ashbourne may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Ashbourne were listed building and heritage (13), discharge of conditions (12), tree works (9). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 2 medium-scale applications, 43 smaller schemes were submitted.
4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).
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