Risley, Derbyshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Risley, Derbyshire.
Derbyshire · England · settlement
About Risley
Risley is a quaint village located within the Borough of Erewash in Derbyshire, England, with a population of 711 according to the 2011 census. Situated just four miles south of Ilkeston, this small parish may present opportunities for planning applications in a tranquil, community-focused setting.
Population: 735 (2021)
District: Erewash
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £221,421 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: South Derbyshire
- Parliamentary constituency: South Derbyshire
- LSOA: South Derbyshire 004C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Risley.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Risley.
- 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 Risley based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Risley.
- - Land between Monarch House and Bourne Farm, Ashford Road, High Halden
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) – To establish that the essential enabling works under planning permission 21/01882/AS, comprising site stripping, formation of a hardcore base on geotextile
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Ashford | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - 98 Derby Road Risley Derbyshire DE72 3SU
Lawful Development Certificate - Existing double garage converted intoan Office; Lounge; Kitchen area; Shower and Sleeping Deck front and part side elevation over clad in Cedar; 2 No. Velux windows to
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Erewash | Date: 2025-10-01
View full details - - 52 Bostocks Lane Sandiacre Derbyshire DE72 3SX
Variation of conditions 2 (Approved Plans) and 3 (Materials) of planning permission ERE/1024/0042
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Erewash | Date: 2025-05-07
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A brief summary of Risley in Derbyshire
Risley is a quaint village located within the Borough of Erewash in Derbyshire, England, with a population of 711 according to the 2011 census. Situated just four miles south of Ilkeston, this small parish may present opportunities for planning applications in a tranquil, community-focused setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 735 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Erewash district.
Property prices in Risley show an average sale price of £221,421, 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 Risley a particularly low-crime area.
Risley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Risley, Breaston. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Risley 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 Risley
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Risley. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 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 Risley.
The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Risley were full planning applications (5), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 45% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- 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.