How long do planning decisions take near Milford?

The average planning decision time near Milford is 58 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 Milford?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Milford?

The most common type of planning application near Milford is tree works applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Milford, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Milford, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Milford are administered by Amber Valley Borough Council. View the full Amber Valley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Milford

Milford is a village located within the civil parish of Belper in the Amber Valley district of Derbyshire, England. Situated along the River Derwent, it lies conveniently between Duffield and Belper, adjacent to the A6 trunk road, making it a notable area for planning applications and developments.

District: Belper

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Area Information

Admin district: Amber Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Derbyshire Dales
LSOA: Amber Valley 007A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Milford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Milford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Milford.

- 9 Grangewood Drive Milford Belper Derbyshire DE56 0RW
Oak T1 - crown reduce eastern canopy by 1.5m to give clearance from building and reduce leverage on poor unions, reduce high branch over shed by 2m
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2026-04-21
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- Land To The East Of Vicarage Road Milford Belper Derbyshire
Cutting back branches of 3 Sycamore trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2026-02-24
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- 45 Bridge View Milford Belper Derbyshire DE56 0RG
See attached "260105 Mrs Barker Schedule"
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2026-01-05
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- Dye House Milford Mill Derby Road Milford Belper Derbyshire
Listed Building Consent for the display of external signage
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2025-09-16
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- Dye House Milford Mill Derby Road Milford Belper Derbyshire
Advertisement Consent for the display of non-illuminated signage
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2025-09-16
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- Ta Soi Kitchens Soi Kitchens Derby Road Milford Belper Derbyshire DE56 0QW
Certificate of lawful development for the use of a veterinary surgery for visiting members of the public
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2025-04-16
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- The Homestead 28 Shaw Lane Holbrook Belper Derbyshire DE56 0TG
Proposed two storey extension to the rear
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2024-11-15
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- Holy Trinity Church Derby Road Milford Belper Derbyshire DE56 0RA
Listed building consent for removal of stone font and timber pulpit from existing building
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2024-10-30
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A brief summary of Milford in Derbyshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Milford a particularly low-crime area.

Milford has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Holbrook Moor, Belper and Milford, Holbrook. 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 Milford includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Milford

In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Milford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

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

At 58 days on average, decisions near Milford slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Milford were tree works (18). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 34 smaller schemes were submitted.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 25 applications
Refused: 0 applications
Awaiting decision: 11 applications

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