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Planning in Old Glossop

Approved
83%
24 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Old Glossop in the last 24 months, from High Peak Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Old Glossop

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About Old Glossop

Old Glossop, located in the High Peak area of Derbyshire, is the historic heart of Glossop, situated approximately 15 miles east of Manchester and 23 miles west of Sheffield. Nestled on the edge of the Peak District National Park, this village was once the town centre before the industrial expansion of the 19th century shifted development westward, driven by the establishment of a planned mill town and the construction of the railway connecting Manchester to Sheffield, with a branch reaching Glossop railway station near Norfolk Square. It sits within the High Peak district.

Property prices in Old Glossop show an average sale price of £257,665, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Old Glossop 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 Old Glossop a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Old Glossop has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Old Glossop, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Old Glossop. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 99 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), outline applications (3), tree works (2).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Old Glossop?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Old Glossop. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Old Glossop?
The average planning decision time near Old Glossop is 99 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 Old Glossop?
The planning approval rate near Old Glossop is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Old Glossop?
The most common type of planning application near Old Glossop is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Old Glossop?
You can search and track planning applications near Old Glossop on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.