How long do planning decisions take near Overseal?

The average planning decision time near Overseal is 62 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 Overseal?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Overseal?

The most common type of planning application near Overseal is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Overseal?

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Overseal, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Overseal, Derbyshire.

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About Overseal

Overseal is a village and civil parish located in the South Derbyshire district of Derbyshire, England, approximately 3 miles south of Swadlincote and 5 miles west of Ashby-de-la-Zouch. With a population of 2,450 recorded in the 2011 census, Overseal is nestled within the National Forest and is one of the southernmost settlements in Derbyshire, bordering Leicestershire and in proximity to the villages of Netherseal and Lullington. This picturesque setting offers potential for various planning applications, given its strategic location and community growth.

Population: 2,693 (2021)

District: South Derbyshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £238,590 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North West Leicestershire
Parliamentary constituency: Hinckley and Bosworth
LSOA: North West Leicestershire 012A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Overseal.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Overseal based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Overseal.

- 21 Burton Road, Overseal, Swadlincote, DE12 6LQ
Errection of garage and single storey ancillary accommodation at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2026-03-09
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- 69 Woodville Road, Overseal, Swadlincote, DE12 6LU
Change of use from dwellinghouse (use class C3) to children's care home (use class C2) and associated works at
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2026-02-03
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- Limewood House, Moira Road, Swadlincote, DE12 6JB
The erection of a three car garage/workshop and gym within the roof space at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2026-01-28
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- 20 Lullington Road, Overseal, Swadlincote, DE12 6NF
The erection of a single storey side extension and loft conversion with rear dormer and works to driveway at
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2026-01-15
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- Land To The South Of Woodville Road Swadlincote Derby DE12 6LY
The change of use of open grazing land to form a 3 pitch family gypsy and traveller site with 3no day rooms and the creation of a new access road on Land to the South of Woodville Road, Swadlincote, D
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2026-01-06
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- 15 Burton Road, Overseal, Swadlincote, DE12 6LQ
Erection of a rear single storey extension at
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2025-07-30
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- 20 Lullington Road, Overseal, Swadlincote, DE12 6NF
The erection of a single storey extensions to include a loft conversion with rear dormer and works to driveway to incorporate additional parking and the creation of a dropped kerb with associated work
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2025-07-23
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A brief summary of Overseal in Derbyshire

Property prices in Overseal show an average sale price of £238,590, 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 Overseal a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Overseal 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 Overseal

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Overseal. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

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

At 62 days on average, decisions near Overseal slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Overseal were full planning applications (7), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 64% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

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