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Planning in Church Gresley

Approved
91%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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About Church Gresley

Church Gresley is a large suburban village located in the South Derbyshire district of Derbyshire, England, adjacent to Swadlincote and Castle Gresley. As of the 2011 Census, it had a population of 6,881 and functions as a ward within Swadlincote, effectively making it a part of the town. The village lies near the Leicestershire border and is surrounded by other villages, including Albert Village, Linton, and Overseal, making it a key area for planning applications and development in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,881. It sits within the South Derbyshire district.

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

The area around Church Gresley has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Church 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 Church 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 Church Gresley. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 84 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Church Gresley?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Church Gresley. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Church Gresley?
The average planning decision time near Church Gresley is 84 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 Church Gresley?
The planning approval rate near Church Gresley is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Church Gresley?
The most common type of planning application near Church Gresley is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Church Gresley?
You can search and track planning applications near Church Gresley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.