Combs, Derbyshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Combs, Derbyshire.
Derbyshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Combs are administered by Amber Valley Borough Council. View the full Amber Valley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Combs
Combs is a quaint village located in Derbyshire, England, within the civil parish of Chapel-en-le-Frith and nestled in the scenic Peak District National Park. Its charming rural setting makes it a notable area for planning applications, particularly those related to conservation and development within this protected landscape.
District: Chapel-en-le-Frith
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £293,015 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cheshire East
- Parliamentary constituency: Macclesfield
- LSOA: Cheshire East 020C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Combs.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Combs.
- 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 Combs based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Combs.
- - Inverchapel , Ridge Lane , Combs , Derbyshire , SK23 9UU
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: High Peak | Date: 2024-01-19
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A brief summary of Combs in Derbyshire
Combs is a quaint village located in Derbyshire, England, within the civil parish of Chapel-en-le-Frith and nestled in the scenic Peak District National Park. Its charming rural setting makes it a notable area for planning applications, particularly those related to conservation and development within this protected landscape. It sits within the Chapel-en-le-Frith district.
Property prices in Combs show an average sale price of £293,015, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Combs a particularly low-crime area.
Combs has one conservation area within its boundaries: Combs. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Combs includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Combs Reservoir SSSI; 1 National Parks: PEAK DISTRICT. 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, Combs 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.
Planning Activity in Combs
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Combs. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 160 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Combs may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 160 days, decisions near Combs take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Combs were outline applications (1), tree works (1), amendments (1).
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.