Ashleyhay, Derbyshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ashleyhay, Derbyshire.
Derbyshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Ashleyhay are administered by Amber Valley Borough Council. View the full Amber Valley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Ashleyhay
Ashleyhay is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Amber Valley district of Derbyshire, England, approximately five miles north-west of Belper and just under two miles south of Wirksworth. With a population that grew from 105 in 2001 to 118 in 2011, this small community offers a unique setting for potential planning applications in the area. Its proximity to larger towns and the city of Derby enhances its appeal for development opportunities.
Population: 105 (2021)
District: Amber Valley
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £317,548 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Derbyshire Dales
- Parliamentary constituency: Derbyshire Dales
- LSOA: Derbyshire Dales 005A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ashleyhay.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ashleyhay.
- 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 Ashleyhay based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Ashleyhay.
- - Dirty Lane End Cottage Storer Lane Ashleyhay Matlock Derbyshire DE4 4AH
Extensions and alterations to an existing agricultural building comprising the enclosure of an open bay, by way of the insertion of a roller shutter mechanism with fenestration surrounded by timber cl
Status: Undecided | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - Spendlove Farm Barnsley Lane Ashleyhay Matlock Derbyshire DE4 4AH
Non material amendment to AVA/2024/0656 to extend the approved garden retaining wall and create path along the south side of extension
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2025-09-01
View full details - - Dirty Lane End Cottage Storer Lane Ashleyhay Matlock Derbyshire DE4 4AH
Replacement of derelict agricultural building with new agricultural building for livestock shelter and forage storage above
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2023-11-22
View full details - - Dirty Lane End Cottage Storer Lane Ashleyhay Matlock Derbyshire DE4 4AH
Conversion of adjoining outbuildings to form extension to existing dwelling
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2023-10-04
View full details - - Dirty Lane End Cottage Storer Lane Ashleyhay Matlock Derbyshire DE4 4AH
Listed building consent for conversion adjoining outbuildings to habitable space. Replacement front door, installation of internal and external doors, replacement windows, flue, proposed rooflights an
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2023-10-04
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A brief summary of Ashleyhay in Derbyshire
Ashleyhay is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Amber Valley district of Derbyshire, England, approximately five miles north-west of Belper and just under two miles south of Wirksworth. With a population that grew from 105 in 2001 to 118 in 2011, this small community offers a unique setting for potential planning applications in the area. Its proximity to larger towns and the city of Derby enhances its appeal for development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 105 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Amber Valley district.
Property prices in Ashleyhay show an average sale price of £317,548, 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 Ashleyhay a particularly low-crime area.
Ashleyhay has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Gorsey Bank, Wirksworth. 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 Ashleyhay includes 2 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, Ashleyhay 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 Ashleyhay
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Ashleyhay. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ashleyhay may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 77 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.
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