Bolehill (DE4), Derbyshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bolehill (DE4), Derbyshire.
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Planning applications in Bolehill (DE4) are administered by Amber Valley Borough Council. View the full Amber Valley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bolehill (DE4)
Bolehill is a notable area within Wirksworth, located in the picturesque Derbyshire Dales district of Derbyshire, England. Situated to the north of the town, Bolehill has historical ties to lead mining and is in close proximity to the striking Black Rocks landmark, making it an attractive spot for both visitors and potential development. The area is also conveniently near the High Peak Trail at Middleton incline, offering opportunities for outdoor activities and enhancing its appeal for planning applications.
District: Wirksworth
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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 006C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bolehill (DE4).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bolehill (DE4).
- 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 Bolehill (DE4) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
17 planning applications found near Bolehill (DE4).
- - 29 The Lanes Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GJ
Crown reduce 1no. silver birch tree by 2-3 metres and crown reduce 1no. mature sycamore tree by 3-4 metres
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-06-23
View full details - 26/00699/LBALT - Standard Cottage 11 The Lanes Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GJ
Partial demolition of existing lean-to roof and creation of a first floor rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-06-23 - 26/00697/FUL - Standard Cottage 11 The Lanes Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GJ
Partial demolition of existing lean-to roof and creation of a first floor rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-06-23 - T/26/00109/TCA - 29 The Lanes Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GJ
Crown reduce 1no. silver birch tree by 2-3 metres and crown reduce 1no. mature sycamore tree by 3-4 metres
Status: Undecided | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-06-23 - - Standard Cottage 11 The Lanes Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GJ
Partial demolition of existing lean-to roof and creation of a first floor rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-06-23
View full details - - The Gables 14 Bolehill Road Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GQ
Discharge of Conditions 10, 17 and 19 of application 23/00178/FUL - Demolition of dwellinghouse and erection of 5no. dwellinghouses with associated access and parking
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-06-19
View full details - 23/00178/DCOND/2 - The Gables 14 Bolehill Road Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GQ
Discharge of Conditions 10, 17 and 19 of application 23/00178/FUL - Demolition of dwellinghouse and erection of 5no. dwellinghouses with associated access and parking
Status: Undecided | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-06-19 - 25/01178/DCOND/1 - The Gables 14 Bolehill Road Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GQ
Discharge of Conditions 9, 15 and 18 of application 25/01178/VCOND - Variation of condition 2 of application no. 23/00178/FUL - Demolition of dwellinghouse and erection of 5no. dwellinghouses with ass
Status: Undecided | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-06-19 - - The Gables 14 Bolehill Road Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GQ
Discharge of Conditions 9, 15 and 18 of application 25/01178/VCOND - Variation of condition 2 of application no. 23/00178/FUL - Demolition of dwellinghouse and erection of 5no. dwellinghouses with ass
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-06-19
View full details - - Bolehill Croft Bolehill Road Bolehill Derbyshire
Fell 2no. Common Ash as low as possible
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-06-16
View full details - - Standard Cottage 11 The Lanes Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GJ
Reglaze existing single glazed timber window frames with 7.7mm vacuum insulating glass.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - Television Mast - BBC Bolehil Oakerthorpe Road Bolehill Derbyshire
The installation of 5.0m parallel extension to existing lattice mast to accommodate new antenna and ancillary radio equipment, additional braces to existing mast and 1 no. GPS Module onto existing gan
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2024-06-19
View full details - - Standard Cottage 11 The Lanes Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GJ
Pruning of Sycamore Tree
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2023-10-18
View full details - - Moor Cottage Farm Wirksworth Derbyshire DE4 4GW
Alterations to listed building - Two storey rear extension
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2004-05-11
View full details - - Moor Cottage Farm Wirksworth Derbyshire DE4 4GW
Two storey rear extension and erection of detached garage/workshop
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2004-05-11
View full details - - Moor Cottage Farm Wirksworth Derbyshire DE4 4GW
Creation of extended dwelling through conversion and extension of attached outbuildings, conversion and extension of outbuildings to create new dwelling, change of use of land to residential gardens a
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2003-09-03
View full details - - Moor Cottage Farm Wirksworth Derbyshire DE4 4GW
Alterations to listed building - Conversion, extension and alterations to farm buildings
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2003-08-27
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A brief summary of Bolehill (DE4) in Derbyshire
Bolehill is a notable area within Wirksworth, located in the picturesque Derbyshire Dales district of Derbyshire, England. Situated to the north of the town, Bolehill has historical ties to lead mining and is in close proximity to the striking Black Rocks landmark, making it an attractive spot for both visitors and potential development. The area is also conveniently near the High Peak Trail at Middleton incline, offering opportunities for outdoor activities and enhancing its appeal for planning applications. It sits within the Wirksworth district.
Property prices in Bolehill (DE4) 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 Bolehill (DE4) a particularly low-crime area.
Bolehill (DE4) has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Cromford, Bolehill, Wirksworth, Castle Top, Lea Bridge and High Peak Junction, Middleton-by-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 Bolehill (DE4) includes 8 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Colehill Quarries SSSI, Cromford Canal SSSI, Bage Mine SSSI and 5 more; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Gang Mine, Peak District Dales. 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, Bolehill (DE4) 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 Bolehill (DE4)
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Bolehill (DE4). Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Bolehill (DE4).
The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bolehill (DE4) were tree works (10), discharge of conditions (4), listed building and heritage (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
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- Little Bolehill planning applications
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- Middleton planning applications
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