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Planning in Lee Head

Approved
76%
32 of 34 decided
Decision time
about 16 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lee Head in the last 24 months, from High Peak Borough Council's planning register.

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About Lee Head

Lee Head is a settlement located in Derbyshire, England.

Property prices in Lee Head show an average sale price of £257,665, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lee Head 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 Lee Head a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lee Head has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lee Head 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 Lee Head, 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, 48 planning applications were submitted near Lee Head. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 112 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (23), outline applications (5), discharge of conditions (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lee Head?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Lee Head. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lee Head?
The average planning decision time near Lee Head is 112 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 Lee Head?
The planning approval rate near Lee Head is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lee Head?
The most common type of planning application near Lee Head is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lee Head?
You can search and track planning applications near Lee Head on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.