How long do planning decisions take near Doe Lea?

The average planning decision time near Doe Lea is 38 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 Doe Lea?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Doe Lea?

The most common type of planning application near Doe Lea is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Doe Lea?

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Doe Lea, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Doe Lea, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Doe Lea are administered by Amber Valley Borough Council. View the full Amber Valley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Doe Lea

Doe Lea is a linear village situated in the Bolsover district of Derbyshire, within the Ault Hucknall civil parish. Located near junction 29 of the M1 motorway, it features easy access to the area via the old A617 road and a modern dual carriageway. The village has seen recent improvements, including the development of Willow Walk, a path enhanced by local volunteers from The Doe Lea Valley Community Partnership, which promotes ongoing community engagement and environmental maintenance. Nearby attractions include the historic Hardwick Hall, making Doe Lea a notable location for potential planning applications.

District: Ault Hucknall

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £226,685 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bolsover
Parliamentary constituency: Bolsover
LSOA: Bolsover 004D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Doe Lea.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Doe Lea based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Doe Lea in Derbyshire

Property prices in Doe Lea show an average sale price of £226,685, 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 Doe Lea a particularly low-crime area.

Doe Lea has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Heath Village, Hardwick and Rowthorne, Stainsby. 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 Doe Lea includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Doe Lea

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Doe Lea. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

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

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Doe Lea were tree works (6), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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