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Melbourne, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Melbourne, Derbyshire. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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Planning data sourced from Derbyshire council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Melbourne - Planning Applications & Local Development

Melbourne is a historic market town and civil parish located in South Derbyshire, England, just 8 miles south of Derby and 2 miles from the River Trent. Known for being the birthplace of Thomas Cook, the founder of the renowned travel agency, the town features a street named in his honour. As of the 2021 Census, Melbourne's population stands at 5,264, making it a vibrant community for potential planning applications and developments. The other has a population of approximately 5,264 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Derbyshire district.

Property prices in Melbourne show an average sale price of £246,134, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Melbourne 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 Melbourne a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Melbourne, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.