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Planning in Earl Sterndale

Only 4 decisions near Earl Sterndale in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Earl Sterndale in the last 24 months, from High Peak Borough Council's planning register.

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About Earl Sterndale

Earl Sterndale is a picturesque village nestled in the Upper Dove Valley of the Peak District, Derbyshire, located near the River Dove, approximately 5 miles south of Buxton and 8 miles west of Bakewell. Sitting at an elevation of 1,100 feet (340 m), the area is historically significant, with its surrounding farms once serving as medieval monastic granges managed by the monks of Basingwerk Abbey. For those researching planning applications, Earl Sterndale offers a unique blend of rural charm and historical context. It sits within the Hartington Middle Quarter district.

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

The area around Earl Sterndale has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Earl Sterndale 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 Earl Sterndale, 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, 10 planning applications were submitted near Earl Sterndale.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), outline applications (3), amendments (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Earl Sterndale?
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Earl Sterndale.
What types of planning applications are most common near Earl Sterndale?
The most common type of planning application near Earl Sterndale is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Earl Sterndale?
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