How long do planning decisions take near Bargate?

The average planning decision time near Bargate is 77 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 Bargate?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bargate?

The most common type of planning application near Bargate is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bargate?

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Bargate, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bargate, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bargate are administered by Amber Valley Borough Council. View the full Amber Valley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bargate

Bargate is a quaint hamlet in Derbyshire, characterised by its single main thoroughfare, Belper Road, which connects Holbrook to Openwoodgate. The settlement features several side roads, including Bargate View, a residential development completed in 2008, which added around 25 houses. While the community has lost various amenities such as a post office and shops, it still boasts The White Hart pub, known for its selection of real ales. For education, residents typically rely on nearby schools in Holbrook and Belper, and the area is serviced by an hourly bus to Derby, with the closest train station located about 2 miles away.

District: Belper

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Area Information

Admin district: Amber Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Derbyshire
LSOA: Amber Valley 016A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bargate.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bargate based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Bargate.

- Bargate Farm The Croft Bargate Belper Derbyshire DE56 1SQ
Proposed demolition of existing agricultural outbuildings, erection of 5 dwellings with associated infrastructure and new double garage for the existing bungalow.
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2025-09-26
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- 277 Sandbed Lane Belper Derbyshire DE56 0SN
Alterations to existing roof to allow for a dormer to the front elevation and rear elevation, single storey extension to the rear
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2024-11-04
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- 204 Sandbed Lane Belper Derbyshire DE56 0SN
Proposed two-storey side extension and front porch.
Status: Undecided | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2024-07-16
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A brief summary of Bargate in Derbyshire

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

Bargate has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Kilburn, Holbrook Moor, Belper and Milford, Holbrook. 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 Bargate includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Bargate

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Bargate. 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 Bargate 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.

The most common application types near Bargate were outline applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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