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Planning in Lea

Only 6 decisions near Lea in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lea in the last 24 months, from Amber Valley Borough Council's planning register.

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About Lea

Lea, located in the Amber Valley borough of Derbyshire, is part of the civil parish of Dethick, Lea and Holloway. With a population of 1,027 recorded in the 2011 census, this area presents opportunities for planning applications in a quaint, rural setting. It sits within the Dethick, Lea and Holloway district.

Property prices in Lea show an average sale price of £317,548, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lea area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Lea a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lea has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lea 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Lea, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Lea.

The most common types were tree works (10).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lea?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Lea.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lea?
The most common type of planning application near Lea is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lea?
You can search and track planning applications near Lea on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.