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Planning in Eyam

Approved
83%
19 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Eyam in the last 24 months, from Derbyshire Dales District Council's planning register.

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Around Eyam

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About Eyam

Eyam is a historic village and civil parish located in the Derbyshire Dales, within the Peak District National Park. With roots tracing back to Ancient Britons, the area has a rich mining history that began with Roman lead extraction and continued through Anglo-Saxon settlement. Notably, Eyam gained prominence in 1665 when the village opted for isolation to contain the spread of bubonic plague, a decision that remains a significant part of its heritage and community identity, making it a point of interest for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 971 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Derbyshire Dales district.

Property prices in Eyam show an average sale price of £527,021, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Eyam 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 (May 2026). This makes Eyam a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Eyam has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Eyam 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Eyam, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near Eyam. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were tree works (13), full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Eyam?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Eyam. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Eyam?
The average planning decision time near Eyam is 46 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 Eyam?
The planning approval rate near Eyam is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Eyam?
The most common type of planning application near Eyam is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Eyam?
You can search and track planning applications near Eyam on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.