How long do planning decisions take near Clowne?

The average planning decision time near Clowne is 123 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 Clowne?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Clowne?

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

How can I track planning applications near Clowne?

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Clowne, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Clowne, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Clowne are administered by Bolsover District Council. View the full Bolsover District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Clowne

Clowne is a civil parish and town located in the Bolsover district of Derbyshire, England, with a population of 7,755 according to the 2021 Census. Situated approximately 9 miles northeast of Chesterfield and 7 miles southwest of Worksop, Clowne's strategic location makes it a significant area for planning applications, reflecting its growth and community development in recent years.

Population: 8,428 (2021)

District: Bolsover

Website: http://www.clownevillage.co.uk/

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Area Information

Admin district: Bolsover
Parliamentary constituency: Bolsover
LSOA: Bolsover 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Clowne.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Clowne based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Clowne.

26/00238/FUL - 8 Mill Green Way Clowne Chesterfield S43 4LJ
Full Planning Application for the installation of an air source heat pump (ASHP) at an existing Aldi foodstore
Status: Undecided | Council: Bolsover | Date: 2026-07-01
26/00107/TPO - 9 Croft View Clowne Chesterfield S43 4FS
Prune to reduce height by approximately 3 metres, and the crown spread by a corresponding amount to two trees (Common Lime and Norway Maple) covered by TPO BOL/08
Status: Undecided | Council: Bolsover | Date: 2026-03-25
26/00058/OTHDET - 7 - 7A High Street Clowne Chesterfield S43 4JT
Proposed change of use of a two-storey commercial unit at 7-7a High Street, Clowne to provide two self-contained one-bed residential flats.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bolsover | Date: 2026-03-20
- Land To The Rear Of 6 Neale Street Clowne
Reserved Matters for the erection of 5 detached 2 storey dwellings including Layout, Appearance and Landscaping arrangements (Condition 2), Precautionary Method Statement (Condition 6), Biodiversity E
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bolsover | Date: 2025-02-03
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A brief summary of Clowne in Derbyshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Clowne a particularly low-crime area.

Clowne has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Elmton with Creswell Farmsteads, Clowne, Markland and Hollinhill Grips, Southgate House. 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 Clowne includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hollinhill and Markland Grips SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Clowne planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.clownevillage.co.uk/. 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 Clowne

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Clowne. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 123 days.

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

With an average of 123 days, decisions near Clowne take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Clowne were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 14% 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, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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