Ashover, Derbyshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ashover, Derbyshire.
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About Ashover
Ashover is a picturesque village and civil parish located in North East Derbyshire, near Matlock and the Peak District National Park. With a population that grew from 1,905 in 2011 to 1,959 in 2021, the village offers a thriving community within a scenic valley, making it an appealing area for planning applications and developments.
Population: 1,959 (2021)
District: North East Derbyshire
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £233,924 (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 012F
Crime Statistics
6 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 3
- criminal-damage-arson: 2
- vehicle-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ashover.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ashover.
- 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 Ashover based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Ashover.
- - West Bank Church Street Ashover Chesterfield S45 0AB
Application to discharge conditions 4 (Mortar), 5 (First floor window Eastern Gable end), 6 (New Doorway East Gable end), 7 (Roof coverings), 8 ( Leadwork), 9 (Rainwater Goods), 10 (Sth Elevation-Nth
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2024-09-13
View full details - - Rattle Grange Cripton Lane Ashover Chesterfield S45 0AW
Non-material amendment pursuant of 22/00940/FLH for an increase to the single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2023-07-14
View full details - - The Barn Marsh Green Hall Marsh Green Lane Ashover Chesterfield S45 0DR
Application to prune 1 Oak tree and crown lift 1 Horse Chestnut tree covered by NEDDC Tree Preservation Order 209
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2023-04-18
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A brief summary of Ashover in Derbyshire
Ashover is a picturesque village and civil parish located in North East Derbyshire, near Matlock and the Peak District National Park. With a population that grew from 1,905 in 2011 to 1,959 in 2021, the village offers a thriving community within a scenic valley, making it an appealing area for planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,959 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North East Derbyshire district.
Property prices in Ashover show an average sale price of £233,924, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were 6 crimes reported in the Ashover area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.
Ashover has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ashover Village. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Ashover includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Fall Hill Quarry SSSI; 4 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, Ashover 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 Ashover
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Ashover. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ashover may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 75 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.
The most common application types near Ashover were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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