How long do planning decisions take near Farley?

The average planning decision time near Farley is 40 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 Farley?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Farley?

The most common type of planning application near Farley is tree works applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Farley?

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Farley, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Farley, Derbyshire.

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About Farley

Farley is a picturesque hamlet located in the Derbyshire Dales district of Derbyshire, close to the town of Matlock. Its proximity to the A6 road makes it accessible for potential planning applications and developments in the area.

District: Darley Dale

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £336,904 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Amber Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Derbyshire Dales
LSOA: Amber Valley 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Farley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Farley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Farley.

- All Saints Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School Hurds Hollow Matlock Derbyshire DE4 3LA
Certificate of Lawfulness for Proposed Use - Extensions to existing school building
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-04-27
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- 84 Jackson Road Matlock Derbyshire DE4 3JQ
Various works to multiple trees
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-04-20
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- 8 West Crescent Matlock Derbyshire DE4 3LB
Removal of existing side extension and erection of wraparound rear and side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-04-13
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- 5 Hackney Road Hackney Derbyshire DE4 2PW
Discharge of Condition 1 of application APP/P1045/C/24/3339669
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-01-19
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- 29 Rockside View Matlock Derbyshire DE4 3GP
Application for Larger Home Extension - Proposed single storey rear extension projecting 5m from the rear wall with a proposed maximum height of 3.5m and eaves height of 2.25m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2025-12-22
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- The Lodge Farley Hill Matlock Derbyshire DE4 3LL
Single storey front extension and porch
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2023-12-08
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A brief summary of Farley in Derbyshire

Property prices in Farley show an average sale price of £336,904, 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 Farley a particularly low-crime area.

Farley has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Old Matlock, Matlock Bridge, Matlock Bank, Matlock Dale. 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 Farley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cawdor Quarry SSSI. 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 Farley

In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Farley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

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

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Farley were tree works (16), discharge of conditions (7), outline applications (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 28 smaller schemes were submitted.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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