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Planning in Codnor

Approved
88%
46 of 48 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Codnor in the last 24 months, from Amber Valley Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Codnor

Postcode districts

DE5 80 applications in the last 12 monthsDE55 208 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Amber Valley Borough Council

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About Codnor

Codnor, located in the Amber Valley district of Derbyshire, is a civil parish and former mining village with a population of 3,766 as of the 2011 census. Situated about 12 miles from Derby and 14 miles from Nottingham, Codnor shares a built-up area with the nearby town of Ripley, making it an important consideration for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,849 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Amber Valley district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Codnor 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 Codnor, 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, 60 planning applications were submitted near Codnor. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were tree works (7), outline applications (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Codnor?
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Codnor. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Codnor?
The average planning decision time near Codnor is 63 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 Codnor?
The planning approval rate near Codnor is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Codnor?
The most common type of planning application near Codnor is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Codnor?
You can search and track planning applications near Codnor on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.