How long do planning decisions take near Peak Dale?

The average planning decision time near Peak Dale is 28 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 Peak Dale?

The planning approval rate near Peak Dale is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Peak Dale?

The most common type of planning application near Peak Dale is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Peak Dale?

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Peak Dale, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Peak Dale, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

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

About Peak Dale

Peak Dale is a quaint village located in Derbyshire, England, approximately 3 miles northeast of Buxton and 1.3 miles southeast of Dove Holes. It is part of the civil parish of Wormhill, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and local development opportunities in this picturesque part of the Peak District.

District: Wormhill

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £278,769 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: High Peak
Parliamentary constituency: High Peak
LSOA: High Peak 012B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Peak Dale.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Peak Dale based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Peak Dale in Derbyshire

Property prices in Peak Dale show an average sale price of £278,769, 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 Peak Dale a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Peak Dale includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Duchy Quarry SSSI; 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, Peak Dale 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 Peak Dale

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Peak Dale. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 28 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Peak Dale.

The average decision time of 28 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Peak Dale were full planning applications (4), outline applications (2), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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