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Planning in Castle Gresley

Approved
89%
17 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Castle Gresley in the last 24 months, from South Derbyshire District Council's planning register.

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Around Castle Gresley

Postcode districts

DE11 121 applications in the last 12 monthsDE12 199 applications in the last 12 monthsDE15 136 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Derbyshire District Council

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About Castle Gresley

Castle Gresley is a civil parish located approximately 1.75 miles southwest of Swadlincote in South Derbyshire, England. With a population of 1,799 recorded in the 2011 Census, the village, situated about 1 mile west of Church Gresley, offers a growing community that may be relevant for planning applications and development opportunities in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,042 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Derbyshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Castle Gresley 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 Castle Gresley 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, Castle Gresley 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 Castle Gresley, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Castle Gresley. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (6), outline applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

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 Castle Gresley?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Castle Gresley. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Castle Gresley?
The average planning decision time near Castle Gresley is 77 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 Castle Gresley?
The planning approval rate near Castle Gresley is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Castle Gresley?
The most common type of planning application near Castle Gresley is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Castle Gresley?
You can search and track planning applications near Castle Gresley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.