How long do planning decisions take near Hollingwood?

The average planning decision time near Hollingwood is 56 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 Hollingwood?

The planning approval rate near Hollingwood is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hollingwood?

The most common type of planning application near Hollingwood is discharge of conditions, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hollingwood?

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Hollingwood, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hollingwood, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

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

About Hollingwood

Hollingwood is a quaint village located about four miles northeast of Chesterfield in Derbyshire, England. Its proximity to Chesterfield makes it an appealing location for potential development and planning applications, offering a blend of rural charm and accessibility to urban amenities.

District: Staveley

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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: Chesterfield
Parliamentary constituency: Chesterfield
LSOA: Chesterfield 006E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hollingwood.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hollingwood based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Hollingwood.

CHE/26/00472/VCON - 40 Laurel Crescent Hollingwood Chesterfield Derbyshire S43 2LT
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of application CHE/25/00091/FUL- Formation of a car parking space with associated footpath crossing
Status: Undecided | Council: Chesterfield | Date: 2026-06-18
- 40 Laurel Crescent Hollingwood Chesterfield Derbyshire S43 2LT
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of application CHE/25/00091/FUL- Formation of a car parking space with associated footpath crossing
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Chesterfield | Date: 2026-06-16
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- Land Adjacent To 20 Myrtle Grove Hollingwood Chesterfield Derbyshire
Proposed 2 bed detached bungalow with associated hard and soft landscaping
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Chesterfield | Date: 2026-06-05
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- Land To The East Of Troughbrook Road Hollingwood Chesterfield Derbyshire S43 2JP
Proposed vehicular access
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Chesterfield | Date: 2026-03-27
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- 28 Cedar Street Hollingwood Chesterfield Derbyshire S43 2LE
Non material amendment to CHE/25/00337/HOU (Two storey side extension) to install 2 larger windows at the rear of the extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Chesterfield | Date: 2025-09-30
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- Baytree House 32 Cedar Street Hollingwood Chesterfield Derbyshire S43 2LE
Single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Chesterfield | Date: 2024-03-20
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- 33 Troughbrook Road Hollingwood Chesterfield Derbyshire S43 2JN
Drop kerb and create off road car parking
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Chesterfield | Date: 2024-02-28
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A brief summary of Hollingwood in Derbyshire

Property prices in Hollingwood 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 Hollingwood a particularly low-crime area.

Hollingwood has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Hollingwood includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Hollingwood

In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Hollingwood. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 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 Hollingwood.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hollingwood were discharge of conditions (10), full planning applications (8), tree works (2).

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