How long do planning decisions take near Longford?

The average planning decision time near Longford is 40 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 Longford?

The planning approval rate near Longford is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Longford?

The most common type of planning application near Longford is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Longford, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Longford, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Longford are administered by Derbyshire Dales District Council. View the full Derbyshire Dales District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Longford

Longford is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Derbyshire Dales district of England, with a population of 349 as recorded in the 2011 census. Situated 6 miles from Ashbourne and 11 miles west of Derby, it shares its southern and eastern borders with the district of South Derbyshire. This picturesque area may present various planning opportunities for development, given its proximity to larger towns and the serene countryside.

Population: 382 (2021)

District: Derbyshire Dales

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £371,759 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Derbyshire Dales
Parliamentary constituency: Derbyshire Dales
LSOA: Derbyshire Dales 010A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Longford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Longford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Longford.

- Milverton Main Street Longford Derbyshire DE6 3DR
Discharge of Conditions 3 (colour finish), 5 (access modification), 6 (pedestrian vis splay), 7 (surface water management), 8 (footway crossing) & 9 (HMMP) of application 25/00842/FUL - Erection of ag
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-05-28
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25/00842/DCOND/1 - Milverton Main Street Longford Derbyshire DE6 3DR
Discharge of Conditions 3, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9 of application 25/00842/FUL - Erection of agricultural storage building for storage of vintage tractor and farm machinery
Status: Undecided | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-05-28
- School Cottage Main Street Longford Derbyshire DE6 3DR
Crown reduce 2no. SIlver birch (T1 and T2), Crown reduce 2no. Leyland cypress (T3 and T4) by up to 2 metres, Crown reduce 2no. Leyland cypress (T5 and T6) by up to 4 metres, Fell 4no. Leyland cypress
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-03-04
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- Sepycoe House Sepycoe Lane Longford Derbyshire DE6 3DR
Proposed New Agricultural Access
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2025-09-22
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- Longford Mill Longford Lane Longford Derbyshire DE6 3DT
Fell 2no. Alder Tree and lop overhanging branches of group of Alder Trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2025-09-08
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- Two Trees Main Street Longford Derbyshire DE6 3DR
Various works to 2no. Lime Trees, 1no. Hornbeam and 1no. Sycamore
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2024-11-13
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- School House Farm Main Street Longford Derbyshire DE6 3DR
Crown lift of around 3 meters and removal of dangerous branches to 1no. oak tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2024-10-11
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- The Cheese Factory Longford Lane Longford Derbyshire DE6 3DT
Internal and external alterations (retrospective)
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2024-01-25
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A brief summary of Longford in Derbyshire

Property prices in Longford show an average sale price of £371,759, 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 Longford a particularly low-crime area.

Longford has one conservation area within its boundaries: Longford. 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 Longford includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Longford

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Longford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Longford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Longford were tree works (6), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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