Holmesfield, Derbyshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Holmesfield, Derbyshire.
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About Holmesfield
Holmesfield is a charming village and civil parish located in Derbyshire, with a population of 971 as recorded in the 2011 census. The name "Holmesfield," meaning "raised pasture-land," reflects its Norse and Anglo-Saxon heritage, while many local road names, featuring the suffix "gate," highlight the area’s Viking influences. This rich historical context may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the village, as it shapes the character and development potential of the area.
Population: 1,059 (2021)
District: North East Derbyshire
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £319,295 (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 005A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Holmesfield.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Holmesfield.
- 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 Holmesfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Holmesfield.
- - The Old Vicarage Main Road Holmesfield Dronfield S18 7WT
Notification of intention to fell 2 conifers within Holmesfield Conservation Area
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - The Gorse Millthorpe Lane Holmesfield Dronfield S18 7SA
Demolition of existing bungalow and erection of a two storey dwelling with detached garage to front (Revised scheme of 23/00464/FL) (Amended plans)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2024-05-17
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A brief summary of Holmesfield in Derbyshire
Holmesfield is a charming village and civil parish located in Derbyshire, with a population of 971 as recorded in the 2011 census. The name "Holmesfield," meaning "raised pasture-land," reflects its Norse and Anglo-Saxon heritage, while many local road names, featuring the suffix "gate," highlight the area’s Viking influences. This rich historical context may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the village, as it shapes the character and development potential of the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,059 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North East Derbyshire district.
Property prices in Holmesfield show an average sale price of £319,295, 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 Holmesfield a particularly low-crime area.
Holmesfield has 6 conservation areas within its boundaries: Woodthorpe Hall and Fanshaw Gate, Dronfield Woodhouse, Holmesfield, Barlow Mills and Crow Holes, Barlow Woodseats and Johnnygate, Cartledge. 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 Holmesfield includes 9 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Holmesfield planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Holmesfield
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Holmesfield. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Holmesfield may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 94 days, decisions near Holmesfield take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Holmesfield were full planning applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Cartledge planning applications
- Cowley planning applications
- Brindwoodgate planning applications
- Dronfield Woodhouse planning applications
- Millthorpe planning applications
- Mickley planning applications
- Crowhole planning applications
- Common Side planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.