How long do planning decisions take near Moorfield?

The average planning decision time near Moorfield is 63 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 Moorfield?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Moorfield?

The most common type of planning application near Moorfield is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Moorfield?

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Moorfield, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Moorfield, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Moorfield are administered by High Peak Borough Council. View the full High Peak Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Moorfield

Moorfields, located near Moorgate in Derbyshire, was an open space characterized by its marshy conditions, which arose from the nearby defensive wall that obstructed the flow of the River Walbrook and its tributaries. This unique landscape may influence planning applications in the area, particularly concerning drainage and land use.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £267,993 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: High Peak
Parliamentary constituency: High Peak
LSOA: High Peak 004F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Moorfield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Moorfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Moorfield.

- Land left of Bitter Beck, north of Wasdale Close, Cockermouth
Compliance with Condition 3 (CEMP) relating to application FUL/2025/0162
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-04-02
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A brief summary of Moorfield in Derbyshire

Property prices in Moorfield show an average sale price of £267,993, 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 Moorfield a particularly low-crime area.

Moorfield has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Glossop Whitfield, Glossop Howard Town, Glossop Norfolk Square. 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 Moorfield includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dark Peak SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Pennine Moors; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Peak District Moors (South Pennine Moors Phase 1); 1 National Parks: PEAK DISTRICT. 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, Moorfield 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.

Planning Activity in Moorfield

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Moorfield. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

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

At 63 days on average, decisions near Moorfield slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Moorfield were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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