How long do planning decisions take near Hadfield?

The average planning decision time near Hadfield is 60 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 Hadfield?

The planning approval rate near Hadfield is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hadfield?

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

How can I track planning applications near Hadfield?

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Hadfield, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hadfield, Derbyshire.

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About Hadfield

Hadfield is a town located in the High Peak district of Derbyshire, England, with a population of 6,763 as recorded in the 2021 Census. Situated on the southern bank of the River Etherow and near the border with Greater Manchester, it lies at the western edge of the Peak District, adjacent to Glossop. Notably, Hadfield served as the fictional setting for the BBC comedy series The League of Gentlemen, which may influence local cultural considerations in planning applications.

Population: 6,763

District: High Peak

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £267,993 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: High Peak
Parliamentary constituency: High Peak
LSOA: High Peak 003E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hadfield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hadfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Hadfield.

- 20 WOODFIELD CLOSE, HADFIELD, GLOSSOP, SK13 1PW
5 notice to remove several dead branches from 1 x sycamore tree
Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire | Date: 2026-03-16
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- 64 Tarn Hows , Woolley Bridge Road , Hadfield , Glossop , Derbyshire , SK13 1PZ
Dormer loft conversion to the front elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: High Peak | Date: 2026-03-12
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- J D Williams, Building B , Waterside , Hadfield , Glossop , Derbyshire , SK13 1BP
Advertisement Consent for - New Signage for new business occupying the buildings
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: High Peak | Date: 2026-02-20
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- 21 , John Dalton Street , Hadfield , Glossop , Derbyshire , SK13 1PU
Loft conversion with 2No. dormers front & back
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: High Peak | Date: 2023-04-30
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A brief summary of Hadfield in Derbyshire

Property prices in Hadfield show an average sale price of £267,993, 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 Hadfield a particularly low-crime area.

Hadfield has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Tintwistle, Hadfield. 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 Hadfield includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dark Peak SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Pennine Moors; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Peak District Moors (South Pennine Moors Phase 1); 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.

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Planning Activity in Hadfield

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Hadfield. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 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 Hadfield.

At 60 days on average, decisions near Hadfield slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Hadfield were full planning applications (10), amendments (3), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 53% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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