How long do planning decisions take near Gorseybank?

The average planning decision time near Gorseybank is 42 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 Gorseybank?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Gorseybank?

The most common type of planning application near Gorseybank is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gorseybank?

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Gorseybank, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gorseybank, Derbyshire.

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Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gorseybank.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gorseybank based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Gorseybank.

- Bridge House Barn Wash Green Wirksworth Derbyshire DE4 4FD
Fell to ground level 1no. Ash Treet (T1) and 2no. Leylandi (T2 and T3)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-03-04
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- 35 Gorsey Bank Wirksworth Derbyshire DE4 4AD
Erection of replacement shed and garden outbuilding
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2025-02-03
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A brief summary of Gorseybank in Derbyshire

Gorseybank is a settlement located in Derbyshire, England.

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

Gorseybank has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bolehill, Gorsey Bank, Wirksworth, Middleton-by-Wirksworth. 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 Gorseybank includes 4 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Colehill Quarries SSSI, Bage Mine SSSI, Dale Quarry SSSI and 1 more; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Gorseybank

In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Gorseybank. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

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

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Gorseybank were tree works (10), discharge of conditions (7), listed building and heritage (5). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was 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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