How long do planning decisions take near Bretby?

The average planning decision time near Bretby is 31 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 Bretby?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bretby?

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

How can I track planning applications near Bretby?

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Bretby, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bretby, Derbyshire.

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About Bretby

Bretby is a village and civil parish located in south Derbyshire, England, situated north of Swadlincote and east of Burton upon Trent, straddling the border with Staffordshire. With a population of 893 as recorded in the 2011 census, the village's name translates to "dwelling place of Britons." The area also includes Stanhope Bretby, a secondary settlement along the A511 road, which was historically home to Bretby Colliery, making it relevant for those exploring planning applications related to development or heritage in the region.

Population: 835 (2021)

District: South Derbyshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £322,419 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Staffordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Burton and Uttoxeter
LSOA: East Staffordshire 010B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bretby.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bretby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Bretby.

- Newton Lane Farm, Newton Lane, Newton Solney, Burton on Trent, DE15 0RU
Non Material Amendment to planning permission ref: 9/1194/0663/0 for the erection of an agricultural workers dwelling on approximately 0.1 hectares of land to the south of the farm buildings at
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2025-11-18
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- Newton Lane Farm, Newton Lane, Newton Solney, Burton on Trent, DE15 0RU
The removal of condition no. 4 of permission ref. 9/1194/0663 (relating to agricultural tie) for the erection of an agricultural workers dwelling on approximately 0.1 hectares of land to the south of
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2025-09-23
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A brief summary of Bretby in Derbyshire

Property prices in Bretby show an average sale price of £322,419, 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 Bretby a particularly low-crime area.

Bretby has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bretby. 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.

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

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Bretby. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 31 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bretby may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 31 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bretby were full planning applications (1), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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