How long do planning decisions take near Shottle?

The average planning decision time near Shottle is 158 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 Shottle?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Shottle?

The most common type of planning application near Shottle is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Shottle?

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Shottle, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Shottle, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

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

About Shottle

Shottle is a quaint village located around 3 miles south of Wirksworth in Derbyshire, with a population of 266 as recorded in the 2011 Census. This small community may present opportunities for planning applications, particularly in relation to its rural setting and proximity to local amenities in Wirksworth.

Population: 266

District: Shottle and Postern

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £298,570 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Amber Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Derbyshire
LSOA: Amber Valley 010C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Shottle.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Shottle based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Shottle.

- The Old Baptist Chapel Lambhouse Lane Shottle Belper Derbyshire DE56 2DS
Proposed change of use from Class E Business to Class C3 Dwellinghouse.
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2024-12-06
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A brief summary of Shottle in Derbyshire

Property prices in Shottle show an average sale price of £298,570, 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 Shottle a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Shottle includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Shottle

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Shottle. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 158 days.

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

With an average of 158 days, decisions near Shottle take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Shottle were outline applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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