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Planning in Low Leighton

Approved
82%
28 of 30 decided
Decision time
about 15 weeks
on average

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

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About Low Leighton

Low Leighton is a settlement located in Derbyshire, England.

Property prices in Low Leighton show an average sale price of £291,487, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Low Leighton 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 Low Leighton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Low Leighton has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Low Leighton 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 Low Leighton, 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, 40 planning applications were submitted near Low Leighton. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 106 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), outline applications (4), amendments (3).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Low Leighton?
In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Low Leighton. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Low Leighton?
The average planning decision time near Low Leighton is 106 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 Low Leighton?
The planning approval rate near Low Leighton is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Low Leighton?
The most common type of planning application near Low Leighton is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Low Leighton?
You can search and track planning applications near Low Leighton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.