How long do planning decisions take near Calke?

The average planning decision time near Calke is 71 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 Calke?

The planning approval rate near Calke is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Calke?

The most common type of planning application near Calke is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Calke?

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Calke, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Calke, Derbyshire.

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About Calke

Calke is a quaint village and civil parish located in the South Derbyshire district of Derbyshire, England, known for its historic site, Calke Abbey, a National Trust property. The village, which has a unique name derived from the Anglian word for chalk and limestone, is home to approximately 24 residents across 10 households, as per the 2011 census. Notably, access to Calke Abbey is primarily from the nearby village of Ticknall, making it a significant point of interest for planning applications in the area.

Population: 18 (2021)

District: South Derbyshire

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £308,248 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North West Leicestershire
Parliamentary constituency: North West Leicestershire
LSOA: North West Leicestershire 003F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Calke.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Calke based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Calke.

- Staunton Harold Reservoir Car Park, Main Street, Calke, Ashby De La Zouch, LE65 1RR
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Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2022-08-12
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A brief summary of Calke in Derbyshire

Property prices in Calke show an average sale price of £308,248, 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 Calke a particularly low-crime area.

Calke has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Staunton Harold, Heath End, Woodhouses. 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 Calke includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dimminsdale SSSI, Calke Park SSSI; 3 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 Calke

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Calke. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 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 Calke.

The average decision period of 71 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 Calke were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 2 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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