How long do planning decisions take near Dunston?

The average planning decision time near Dunston is 47 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 Dunston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Dunston?

The most common type of planning application near Dunston is discharge of conditions, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dunston?

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Dunston, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dunston, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

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District: Chesterfield

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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: Chesterfield
Parliamentary constituency: Chesterfield
LSOA: Chesterfield 012E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dunston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Dunston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Dunston.

- 499 Newbold Road Newbold Chesterfield Derbyshire S41 8AE
Two storey rear extension and extended patio area
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Chesterfield | Date: 2026-04-20
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- 71 Grasmere Close Newbold Chesterfield Derbyshire S41 8EF
Erection of an attached garage to the side elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Chesterfield | Date: 2026-03-05
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- 96 Littlemoor Newbold Chesterfield Derbyshire S41 8QQ
Installation of replacement boundary walling with gating
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Chesterfield | Date: 2026-01-09
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A brief summary of Dunston in Derbyshire

Dunston is a settlement located in Derbyshire, England. It sits within the Chesterfield district.

Property prices in Dunston 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 Dunston a particularly low-crime area.

Dunston has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Dunston includes 2 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 Dunston

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Dunston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

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

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Dunston were discharge of conditions (8), full planning applications (6), tree works (3).

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