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Planning in Duckmanton

Approved
95%
40 of 42 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

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

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About Duckmanton

Duckmanton is a village located in the civil parish of Sutton cum Duckmanton, situated in North East Derbyshire. Stretching between Bolsover and Chesterfield, it is divided into three sections: Long, Middle, and Far Duckmanton. Notably, Middle Duckmanton lies approximately 4 miles east of Chesterfield and 2.5 miles west of Bolsover, making it an area of interest for local planning applications. It sits within the Sutton cum Duckmanton district.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Duckmanton 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 Duckmanton, 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, 58 planning applications were submitted near Duckmanton. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 100 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (29), full planning applications (12), outline applications (6). 16 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Duckmanton?
In the last 24 months, 58 planning applications were submitted near Duckmanton. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Duckmanton?
The average planning decision time near Duckmanton is 100 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 Duckmanton?
The planning approval rate near Duckmanton is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Duckmanton?
The most common type of planning application near Duckmanton is discharge of conditions, with 29 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Duckmanton?
You can search and track planning applications near Duckmanton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.