Matlock Bath, Derbyshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Matlock Bath, Derbyshire.
Derbyshire · England · settlement
About Matlock Bath
Matlock Bath, a picturesque village and civil parish in Derbyshire, England, is nestled in the scenic Derbyshire Dales along the A6 road, roughly midway between Buxton and Derby. With a population of 753 as of the 2011 census, this historic settlement evolved in the 19th century into a popular spa town and tourist destination. The steep hillside landscape limits development, resulting in most buildings situated on one side of the valley, connected by footbridges across the River Derwent. This unique geography and its historical significance may impact planning applications in the area, particularly regarding residential and commercial developments.
Population: 671 (2021)
District: Derbyshire Dales
Website: http://www.visitmatlockbath.co.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £336,904 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Derbyshire Dales
- Parliamentary constituency: Derbyshire Dales
- LSOA: Derbyshire Dales 005A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Matlock Bath.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Matlock Bath.
- 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 Matlock Bath based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Matlock Bath.
- - High Trees Brunswood Road Matlock Bath Derbyshire DE4 3PA
Fell 1no. Cupresses tree
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - Hawthorn Cottage West Bank Temple Walk Matlock Bath Derbyshire DE4 3PG
Fell 1no. Beech (T1)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - Tor Hill 204 Dale Road Matlock Bath Derbyshire DE4 3PT
Reduce to ground level 1no. spruce tree (T1) and crown reduction of 1no. spruce tree (T2) to 8-9m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - 158 South Parade Matlock Bath Derbyshire DE4 3NR
Replacement window with escape door and provision of escape platform
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2025-09-16
View full details - - 228 Dale Road Matlock Bath Derbyshire DE4 3RT
T1 - Copper Beech - Crown reduce by 2 metres leaving a natural flowing branch structure
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2025-08-06
View full details - - The Beeches Upperwood Road Matlock Bath Derbyshire DE4 3PD
Fell 1no. waltnut tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2024-10-07
View full details - - Jessamine Cottage Upperwood Road Matlock Bath Derbyshire DE4 3PD
Erection of two storey side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2023-04-26
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A brief summary of Matlock Bath in Derbyshire
Matlock Bath, a picturesque village and civil parish in Derbyshire, England, is nestled in the scenic Derbyshire Dales along the A6 road, roughly midway between Buxton and Derby. With a population of 753 as of the 2011 census, this historic settlement evolved in the 19th century into a popular spa town and tourist destination. The steep hillside landscape limits development, resulting in most buildings situated on one side of the valley, connected by footbridges across the River Derwent. This unique geography and its historical significance may impact planning applications in the area, particularly regarding residential and commercial developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 671 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Derbyshire Dales district.
Property prices in Matlock Bath show an average sale price of £336,904, 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 Matlock Bath a particularly low-crime area.
Matlock Bath has 6 conservation areas within its boundaries: Cromford, Old Matlock, Matlock Bridge, Matlock Bath, Castle Top, Lea Bridge and High Peak Junction, Matlock Dale. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Matlock Bath includes 5 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cromford Canal SSSI, Rose End Meadows SSSI, Matlock Woods SSSI and 2 more; 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 4 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Peak District Dales. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Matlock Bath planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.visitmatlockbath.co.uk/. 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.
Planning Activity in Matlock Bath
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Matlock Bath. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Matlock Bath.
The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Matlock Bath were tree works (10), full planning applications (2), outline applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 6 were 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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