How long do planning decisions take near Slackhall?

The average planning decision time near Slackhall is 130 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 Slackhall?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Slackhall?

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

How can I track planning applications near Slackhall?

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Slackhall, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Slackhall, Derbyshire.

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About Slackhall

Slackhall is a quaint hamlet located in Derbyshire, England, approximately 1.2 km east of Chapel-en-le-Frith. Nestled within the Peak District National Park, it falls under the civil parish of Chapel-en-le-Frith, making it a unique area for potential planning applications and developments that align with the region's natural beauty and local regulations.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £293,015 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: High Peak
Parliamentary constituency: High Peak
LSOA: High Peak 008A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Slackhall.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Slackhall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Slackhall.

- CHESTNUT CENTRE SHEFFIELD ROAD CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH
Discharge of conditions 6, 11 and 14 on NP/HPK/0223/0213.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Peak District | Date: 2026-04-14
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- BAGSHAW HALL BAGSHAW CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH DERBYSHIRE SK23 0QU
All trees on the same side on the drive within 40 metres of each other One mature sycamore 25 metres high, looking at a 30%reduction and thin as it is very exposed to the prevailing wind. One sycamore
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peak District | Date: 2024-12-02
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A brief summary of Slackhall in Derbyshire

Property prices in Slackhall show an average sale price of £293,015, 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 Slackhall a particularly low-crime area.

Slackhall has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Slackhall and Ford, Bagshaw. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Slackhall includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Lower Peaslows Farm Meadow SSSI, Dark Peak SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Pennine Moors; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Peak District Moors (South Pennine Moors Phase 1); 1 National Parks: PEAK DISTRICT. 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 Slackhall

In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Slackhall. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 130 days.

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

With an average of 130 days, decisions near Slackhall take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Slackhall were full planning applications (10), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 56% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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