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Planning in Morton

Only 4 decisions near Morton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Morton in the last 24 months, from North East Derbyshire District Council's planning register.

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About Morton

Morton is a civil parish and village located three miles north of Alfreton in North East Derbyshire, England, with a population of 1,195 as recorded in the 2011 Census. This quaint locality offers potential opportunities for planning applications amidst its residential and rural settings. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,335 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North East Derbyshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Morton 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 Morton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Morton 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 Morton, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near Morton.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Morton?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Morton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Morton?
The most common type of planning application near Morton is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Morton?
You can search and track planning applications near Morton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.