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12 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Birdholme · updated daily · Chesterfield Borough Council

Planning in Birdholme

Approved
96%
27 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Birdholme

Postcode districts

S40 261 applications in the last 12 monthsS41 222 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Chesterfield Borough Council

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About Birdholme

Birdholme, a suburb of Chesterfield in Derbyshire, is bordered by Wingerworth to the south, the town centre to the north, Boythorpe to the west, and Hasland to the east. The area primarily features the extensive St. Augustines council estate, alongside more affluent neighborhoods like Langer Lane. Historically influenced by the now-closed Bryan Donkin factory and Chesterfield Tube works, Birdholme has seen significant redevelopment, with new housing and amenities such as Alma Leisure Park, B&Q, and Toys R Us enhancing its community profile. It sits within the Chesterfield district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Birdholme 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 Birdholme a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Birdholme 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Birdholme, 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, 39 planning applications were submitted near Birdholme. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), tree works (3), outline applications (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Birdholme?
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Birdholme. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Birdholme?
The average planning decision time near Birdholme is 79 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 Birdholme?
The planning approval rate near Birdholme is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Birdholme?
The most common type of planning application near Birdholme is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Birdholme?
You can search and track planning applications near Birdholme on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.