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21 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Belper · updated daily · Amber Valley Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 21 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Loom Cottage, 68 Penn Street, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 1GHAwaiting decisionReplacement of felt flat roof with EPDM flat roofReceived 10 Nov 2026AVA/2026/0672
Old Baptist Chapel, Bridge Street, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 1AZAwaiting decisionT1(ASH) Proposal of a crown pollard to a finished height of 4 metres. Visual inspections determine a poor, inclusive basal union, high risk of failure. A crown reduction was considered and dismissed, reasons - given the lack of internal growth points creating a reduced canopy while maintaining aesthetics would not be achievable.Received 3 Nov 2026TRE/2026/1011
39 Cemetery Road, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 1EJAwaiting decisionErection of a rear extension and alterations to the existing dwellingReceived 2 Nov 2026AVA/2026/0697
MOSS OFFICE SERVICES LTD, Unit 1, 65C King Street, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 1QAAwaiting decisionReplacement of the existing windows.Received 26 Oct 2026AVA/2026/0655
11 Wellington Court, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 1UPAwaiting decisionApplication for a Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed short-term holiday letReceived 20 Oct 2026AVA/2026/0651

Planning in Belper

Approved: 92%; 35 of 35 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Belper in the last 24 months, from Amber Valley Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Belper

Postcode districts

DE56 277 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Amber Valley Borough Council

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About Belper

Belper is a town and civil parish situated in the Amber Valley district of Derbyshire, England, approximately 7 miles north of Derby along the River Derwent. The parish encompasses not only Belper but also the village of Milford and the hamlets of Bargate, Blackbrook, and Makeney, making it a diverse area for planning applications and development opportunities. The town has a population of approximately 21,440 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Amber Valley district.

Property prices in Belper show an average sale price of £310,287, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Belper area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Belper a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Belper has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Belper 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.belpertowncouncil.co.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Belper, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 93 planning applications were submitted near Belper. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were tree works (18).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Belper?

In the last 24 months, 93 planning applications were submitted near Belper. The approval rate is 92%.

How long do planning decisions take near Belper?

The average planning decision time near Belper is 52 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 Belper?

The planning approval rate near Belper is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Belper?

The most common type of planning application near Belper is tree works applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Belper?

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