How long do planning decisions take near Eckington?

The average planning decision time near Eckington 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 Eckington?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Eckington?

The most common type of planning application near Eckington is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Eckington?

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Eckington, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Eckington, Derbyshire.

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About Eckington

Eckington is a town and civil parish located in North East Derbyshire, England, approximately 7 miles northeast of Chesterfield and 9 miles southeast of Sheffield, near the South Yorkshire border. It is well-connected by the B6052 and B6056 roads and is close to the A6135 and Junction 30 of the M1 motorway. With a population that grew from 11,152 in 2001 to 11,855 in 2011, Eckington presents a dynamic community for potential planning applications.

Population: 11,845 (2021)

District: North East Derbyshire

Website: https://www.eckington-pc.gov.uk/

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Area Information

Admin district: North East Derbyshire
Parliamentary constituency: North East Derbyshire
LSOA: North East Derbyshire 014A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Eckington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Eckington.

- 96 High Street Eckington Sheffield S21 4DQ
Notification of intention to fell 1 Ash tree, pollard 1 Ash and prune Sycamore within Eckington High Street Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2023-10-04
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- 54 Market Street Eckington Sheffield S21 4JH
Double storey rear extension incorporating 2 rear dormers, Change of use first floor conversion from existing offices to flats, Shopfront Alterations including new front window and door (Conservation
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2023-03-30
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- Eckington Swimming Pool Gosber Street Eckington Sheffield S21 4DA
Application to install 4m high acoustic fence to air source heat pump compound. Install acoustic wall lining to internal brick work elevations of compound
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2023-01-06
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A brief summary of Eckington in Derbyshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Eckington a particularly low-crime area.

Eckington has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Eckington High Street, Moss Valley, Eckington and Renishaw Park. 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 Eckington includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Moss Valley SSSI; 10 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Eckington planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.eckington-pc.gov.uk/. 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 Eckington

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Eckington. 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 Eckington 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 Eckington were tree works (2), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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