New Houghton, Derbyshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near New Houghton, Derbyshire.
Derbyshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in New Houghton are administered by Amber Valley Borough Council. View the full Amber Valley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About New Houghton
New Houghton is a historic former mining village located in the Bolsover District of Derbyshire, England. Situated just 3 miles from both Bolsover and Mansfield, it offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it an interesting area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Population: 1,453
District: Pleasley
Website: http://pleasleyparishcouncil.org.uk
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £199,257 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Mansfield
- Parliamentary constituency: Mansfield
- LSOA: Mansfield 006B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near New Houghton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near New Houghton.
- 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 New Houghton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near New Houghton.
- - Land At Hill Top Farm Chesterfield Road New Houghton
Outline application for the erection of 6 dwellings with access from Chesterfield Road, with all matters reserved apart from access.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bolsover | Date: 2025-10-30
View full details - - Christ Church Rotherham Road New Houghton Mansfield NG19 8TE
Change of use to commercial recording studio and rehearsal space
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bolsover | Date: 2013-02-14
View full details - - Hill Top Farm Chesterfield Road New Houghton Mansfield Derbyshire NG19 8SN
Erection of a dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bolsover | Date: 2011-10-21
View full details - - 77 Pavilion Gardens New Houghton Mansfield NG19 8TT
Retention of cupola clock tower to roof of building
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Bolsover | Date: 2010-09-13
View full details - - Dale Engineering Limited 14 Rotherham Road New Houghton Mansfield NG19 8TE
Using entrance off Crompton Street to gain access to factory
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bolsover | Date: 2010-06-23
View full details - - Christ Church Rotherham Road New Houghton Mansfield NG19 8TE
Residential/commercial development
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bolsover | Date: 2009-11-20
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A brief summary of New Houghton in Derbyshire
New Houghton is a historic former mining village located in the Bolsover District of Derbyshire, England. Situated just 3 miles from both Bolsover and Mansfield, it offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it an interesting area for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,453. It sits within the Pleasley district.
Property prices in New Houghton show an average sale price of £199,257, 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 New Houghton a particularly low-crime area.
New Houghton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Pleasley Village, Stony Houghton. 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 New Houghton includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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, New Houghton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://pleasleyparishcouncil.org.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 New Houghton
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near New Houghton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near New Houghton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near New Houghton were outline applications (1), tree works (1).
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.