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Planning in Sawley

Approved
100%
12 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 2 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sawley in the last 24 months, from Erewash Borough Council's planning register.

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About Sawley

Sawley is a village and civil parish located in the Borough of Erewash, southeast Derbyshire, England. As of the 2011 Census, the population of the parish stood at 6,629, which includes a notable proportion of residents aged over 65, indicating a community with specific needs and potential considerations for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,465 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Erewash district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sawley 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 Sawley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sawley has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Sawley, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Sawley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 17 days.

The most common types were outline applications (7), full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sawley?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Sawley. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sawley?
The average planning decision time near Sawley is 17 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 Sawley?
The planning approval rate near Sawley is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sawley?
The most common type of planning application near Sawley is outline applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sawley?
You can search and track planning applications near Sawley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.