How long do planning decisions take near Hilcote?

The average planning decision time near Hilcote is 74 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 Hilcote?

The planning approval rate near Hilcote is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hilcote?

The most common type of planning application near Hilcote is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hilcote?

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Hilcote, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hilcote, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

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

About Hilcote

Hilcote is a quaint village situated in the southern part of the Bolsover district in Derbyshire, England. Conveniently located near the A38 junction with the M1, it offers accessible transport links, making it a strategic area for planning applications and development opportunities.

Population: 350

District: Blackwell

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £209,247 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Amber Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Amber Valley
LSOA: Amber Valley 003E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hilcote.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hilcote based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Hilcote in Derbyshire

Property prices in Hilcote show an average sale price of £209,247, 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 Hilcote a particularly low-crime area.

Hilcote has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Old Blackwell, Newton. 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 Hilcote

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Hilcote. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 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 Hilcote.

The average decision period of 74 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Hilcote were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 40% 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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