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Planning in Calow

Approved
91%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Calow in the last 24 months, from Bolsover District Council's planning register.

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About Calow

Calow is a village and civil parish located in North East Derbyshire, England, with a population of 2,494 as recorded in the 2011 census. Situated near Chesterfield, Calow offers potential opportunities for planning applications and developments within its community context. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,342 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North East Derbyshire district.

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

The area around Calow has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Calow 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 Calow, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Calow. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (1). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Calow?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Calow. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Calow?
The average planning decision time near Calow is 64 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 Calow?
The planning approval rate near Calow is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Calow?
The most common type of planning application near Calow is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Calow?
You can search and track planning applications near Calow on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.