How long do planning decisions take near Foston?

The average planning decision time near Foston is 85 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 Foston?

The planning approval rate near Foston is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Foston?

The most common type of planning application near Foston is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Foston?

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Foston, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Foston, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

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About Foston

Foston is a small hamlet located within the Foston and Scropton civil parish in South Derbyshire, England. Situated approximately 12 miles west of Derby and 8 miles east of Uttoxeter, Foston has historical significance, being documented in the Domesday Book of 1086 as Farulveston. This quaint area may be of interest for those researching planning applications, given its historical context and rural setting.

District: Foston and Scropton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £221,421 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Derbyshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Derbyshire
LSOA: South Derbyshire 005D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Foston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Foston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Foston.

- Yew Tree Cottage, Uttoxeter Road, Foston, Derby, DE65 5DL
The erection of detached garage/annexe at
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2026-01-15
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A brief summary of Foston in Derbyshire

Property prices in Foston show an average sale price of £221,421, 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 Foston a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Foston includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Foston

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Foston. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Foston.

The average decision period of 85 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Foston were full planning applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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