How long do planning decisions take near Hepthorne Lane?

The average planning decision time near Hepthorne Lane is 63 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 Hepthorne Lane?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hepthorne Lane?

The most common type of planning application near Hepthorne Lane is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hepthorne Lane?

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Hepthorne Lane, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hepthorne Lane, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hepthorne Lane are administered by North East Derbyshire District Council. View the full North East Derbyshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Hepthorne Lane

North Wingfield is a substantial village and civil parish situated in North East Derbyshire, approximately 4.5 miles southeast of Chesterfield and 1 mile northeast of Clay Cross. As of the 2022 census, it has a population of 5,885. The village is well-connected, with the A6175 road providing access from the M1 motorway to the A61, making it a relevant area for planning applications and development projects.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £246,725 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North East Derbyshire
Parliamentary constituency: North East Derbyshire
LSOA: North East Derbyshire 011F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hepthorne Lane based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Hepthorne Lane.

26/00365/FLH - 77 St Lawrence Road North Wingfield Chesterfield S42 5LJ
Retrospective planning - amended scheme of single storey rear extension and rear dormer
Status: Undecided | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2026-05-05
- Former Biwater Site Brassington Street Clay Cross
Non Materal amendment to planning application 19/00705/RM to omit the block paving area in the central crossroad of the development (phase 3)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2024-05-20
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- 55 New Street Hepthorne Lane North Wingfield Chesterfield S42 5JP
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2024-01-19
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- 4A Bright Street North Wingfield Chesterfield S42 5LR
Application to discharge condition 9 (Land Contamination - Validation) relating to planning approval 17/00533/FL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2024-01-09
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- 64 Church Lane North Wingfield Chesterfield S42 5HS
Application for Lawful Development Certificate for proposed care for 3 children in a residential home
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2023-12-13
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- 104 St Lawrence Road North Wingfield Chesterfield S42 5LL
Application for Lawful Development Certificate for proposed single storey rear extension with 3 velux roof lights
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2023-04-27
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- 6 Foundry Drive Clay Cross Chesterfield S45 9SG
Conversion of attached garage into living space, removal of front garage door and replace with triple window (Amended Title)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2023-03-30
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- 49 Hambleton Avenue North Wingfield Chesterfield S42 5LS
Proposed first floor front extension and two storey rear extension (Revised Plans)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2023-01-06
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A brief summary of Hepthorne Lane in Derbyshire

Property prices in Hepthorne Lane show an average sale price of £246,725, 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 Hepthorne Lane a particularly low-crime area.

Hepthorne Lane has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Clay Cross, North Wingfield. 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.

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Planning Activity in Hepthorne Lane

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Hepthorne Lane. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

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

At 63 days on average, decisions near Hepthorne Lane slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Hepthorne Lane were full planning applications (4), 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.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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