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Planning in Shirebrook

Approved
94%
31 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Shirebrook in the last 24 months, from Bolsover District Council's planning register.

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About Shirebrook

Shirebrook is a town and civil parish located in the Bolsover District of Derbyshire, England, with a population of approximately 13,300 as of the 2021 Census. Strategically positioned along the B6407 road and near the A632, it serves as a key link between Mansfield, Worksop, and Bolsover, while also being adjacent to Nottinghamshire's Bassetlaw and Mansfield Districts. This connectivity makes Shirebrook an important area for planning applications and local development initiatives. The town has a population of approximately 10,744 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bolsover district.

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

The area around Shirebrook has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shirebrook 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.bolsover.gov.uk/default.aspx?page=7607.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Shirebrook, 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, 37 planning applications were submitted near Shirebrook. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (12), full planning applications (2), advertising consent (2).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shirebrook?
In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Shirebrook. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Shirebrook?
The average planning decision time near Shirebrook 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 Shirebrook?
The planning approval rate near Shirebrook is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shirebrook?
The most common type of planning application near Shirebrook is discharge of conditions, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shirebrook?
You can search and track planning applications near Shirebrook on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.