How long do planning decisions take near Higham?

The average planning decision time near Higham is 50 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 Higham?

The planning approval rate near Higham is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Higham?

The most common type of planning application near Higham is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Higham?

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Higham, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Higham, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Higham are administered by Amber Valley Borough Council. View the full Amber Valley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Higham

Higham is a quaint village located in Derbyshire, England, situated along the B6013 and A61 roads. It is part of the civil parish of Shirland and Higham, with nearby settlements including Shirland, Stretton, Alfreton, and Clay Cross. The village's name has Saxon roots, reflecting its historical significance in the region.

District: Shirland and Higham

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £229,785 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bolsover
Parliamentary constituency: Bolsover
LSOA: Bolsover 008B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Higham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Higham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Higham.

26/00456/DISCON - Crown Inn Main Road Higham Alfreton DE55 6EH
Application to Discharge Conditions 14-20 (Windows and Doors) of 23/00397/LB
Status: Undecided | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2026-06-08
26/00399/TPO - 19 Well Lane Higham Alfreton DE55 6EG
Application to prune x1 Sycamore tree (T68) covered by NEDDC Tree Preservation Order 145
Status: Undecided | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2026-05-19
- SANTOS, SANTOS HIGHAM FARM HOTEL, MAIN ROAD, HIGHAM, DE55 6EH
Pollard 1x tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire | Date: 2026-03-16
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- Land To The Rear Of 17 Goose Green Lane Shirland
Change of use of land to a Gypsy and Traveller site comprising 2 pitches, including the siting of caravans and construction of an amenity building (part retrospective).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2026-03-13
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- 11 Fern Lea Shirland Alfreton DE55 6EP
Single storey front and side extension, two storey side with single storey rear extension, internal alterations and alterations to garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2026-02-02
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- 6 The Willows Shirland Alfreton DE55 6NG
Construction of new orangery to rear
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2024-04-25
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- Quarry Farm Main Road Higham Alfreton DE55 6EF
Application for replacement buildings to form Horse Box and Trailer Store and Tractor/Machinery Store (Conservation Area/Affecting the setting of a listed building) (Revised scheme of 22/01043/FL)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2023-07-14
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- Gables Farm Main Road Higham Alfreton DE55 6EH
Erection of freestanding outbuilding in garden at rear, (Conservation area) (Affecting the setting of Listed Building).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2023-06-16
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A brief summary of Higham in Derbyshire

Property prices in Higham show an average sale price of £229,785, 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 Higham a particularly low-crime area.

Higham has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Higham Old Village, Hallfield Gate. 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 Higham

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Higham. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 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 Higham.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Higham were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 30% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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