How long do planning decisions take near Sinfin?

The average planning decision time near Sinfin is 68 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 Sinfin?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Sinfin?

The most common type of planning application near Sinfin is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sinfin?

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Sinfin, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sinfin, Derbyshire.

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About Sinfin

Sinfin is a suburban area located 3 miles southwest of Derby city centre, within Derbyshire, England. As of the 2011 census, the combined population of Sinfin and the nearby Osmaston was 15,128. Historically separate villages, they have since integrated into Derby's urban landscape, with Osmaston featuring inter-war housing and Sinfin largely consisting of post-war developments. The region is also notable for its industrial zone, primarily occupied by the Rolls-Royce works, making it relevant for planning applications focused on residential and industrial development.

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Area Information

Admin district: Derby
Parliamentary constituency: Derby South
LSOA: Derby 025D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Sinfin.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Sinfin based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Sinfin.

- Land Adjacent Pump House South Of 345 Sinfin Lane Derby DE24 9SF
Discharge of condition 2 (External Materials) of previously approved application no. 24/00641/RES - Residential development - three storey block (14 apartments) - (Use Class C3) - reserved matters in
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Derby | Date: 2026-03-31
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- 1 Stroma Close Derby DE24 9LB
Variation of condition 2 to amend the side elevation roof of previously approved planning perimission 24/00132/FUL- Two storey side and rear, and single storey front and rear extensions to dwelling ho
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Derby | Date: 2026-02-03
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- Land Between Infinity Park Way And Sinfin Lane Derby DE24 9SE
Discharge of conditions 3 (CEMP), 4 (arboricultural), and 5 (CMP) of planning permission 25/00183/FUL - Erection of a warehouse/industrial unit (Use Classes B2/B8) including associated infrastructure,
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Derby | Date: 2025-11-18
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- 34 Arkle Green Derby DE24 9NW
Single storey rear extension (projecting beyond the rear wall of the original house by 5.2m, maximum height 3.2m, height to eaves 2.5m) to dwelling house
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Derby | Date: 2025-07-22
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- 23 The Chase Derby DE24 9PD
Use of dwelling house for the care of a maximum of three children by professional carers
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Derby | Date: 2023-12-11
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- 1 Lynwood Road Derby DE24 9PA
Raising of the roof height and two storey side extension to dwelling house (lounge, bedroom and en-suite)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Derby | Date: 2023-12-11
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A brief summary of Sinfin in Derbyshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Sinfin a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Sinfin

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Sinfin. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 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 Sinfin.

At 68 days on average, decisions near Sinfin slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Sinfin were full planning applications (10), outline applications (5), discharge of conditions (5). Full planning applications account for 48% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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