How long do planning decisions take near Hulland Ward?

The average planning decision time near Hulland Ward is 37 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 Hulland Ward?

The planning approval rate near Hulland Ward is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hulland Ward?

The most common type of planning application near Hulland Ward is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hulland Ward?

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Hulland Ward, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hulland Ward, Derbyshire.

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About Hulland Ward

Hulland Ward is a village and civil parish located in the Derbyshire Dales district, approximately 6 miles west of Belper, along the A517 road. The parish encompasses the hamlets of Biggin, Nether Biggin, and Millington Green, and features a residential community of around 400 houses with a population of just under 1,000, as recorded in the 2011 Census. This picturesque area may present various planning application opportunities for prospective developers and investors.

Population: 971 (2021)

District: Derbyshire Dales

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Area Information

Admin district: Staffordshire Moorlands
Parliamentary constituency: Staffordshire Moorlands
LSOA: Staffordshire Moorlands 007A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hulland Ward based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Hulland Ward.

- Medical Centre Main Road Hulland Ward Derbyshire DE6 3EA
Notification of Prior Approval - Change of use from commercial (Use Class E) to dwellinghouse (Use Class C3)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-02-19
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A brief summary of Hulland Ward in Derbyshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hulland Ward a particularly low-crime area.

Hulland Ward has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hulland. 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 Hulland Ward includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hulland Moss SSSI. 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 Hulland Ward

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Hulland Ward. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 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 Hulland Ward.

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hulland Ward were outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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