Eyam, Derbyshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Eyam, Derbyshire.
Derbyshire · England · settlement
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.
Population: 971 (2021)
District: Derbyshire Dales
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £506,481 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Derbyshire Dales
- Parliamentary constituency: Derbyshire Dales
- LSOA: Derbyshire Dales 001B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Eyam.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Eyam.
- 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 Eyam based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Eyam.
- - 26 GLEBE PARK EYAM
Construct a single storey rear extension for sun lounge
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Peak District | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - LITTLE LADYWASH HOUSE THE NOOK EYAM S32 5AB
T1; Laurel tree - 2m height reduction T2; Ash tree - removal down to ground level
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peak District | Date: 2025-09-30
View full details - - THE CHURCH CENTRE EYAM CHURCH EYAM HOPE VALLEY DERBYSHIRE S32 5QH
Yew - T1 - T4 - Crown reduce by 25% - 1.5m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peak District | Date: 2024-06-13
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A brief summary of Eyam in Derbyshire
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 £506,481, 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 Eyam a particularly low-crime area.
Eyam has one conservation area within its boundaries: Eyam. 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 Eyam includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Abney & Bretton Cloughs SSSI, Coombs Dale SSSI, Stoney Middleton Dale SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Peak District Dales; 1 National Parks: PEAK DISTRICT. 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, 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.
Planning Activity in Eyam
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Eyam. Of these, 100% were approved.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Eyam may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The most common application types near Eyam were tree works (4), full planning applications (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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Related Planning Guides
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- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.