Smithy Houses, Derbyshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Smithy Houses, Derbyshire.
Derbyshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Smithy Houses are administered by Amber Valley Borough Council. View the full Amber Valley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Smithy Houses
Denby, a village in Derbyshire, is renowned for being the birthplace of John Flamsteed, England's first Astronomer Royal, and is home to the well-known Denby Pottery Company. Located just 3 miles east of Belper and 8 miles north of Derby, the village has a secondary school named after Flamsteed and a historical connection to the Midland Railway via the former Denby railway station. With a population that grew from 1,827 in 2001 to 2,190 in 2011, Denby presents a growing community that may be of interest for planning applications and development opportunities.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £240,276 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Amber Valley
- Parliamentary constituency: Amber Valley
- LSOA: Amber Valley 005D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Smithy Houses.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Smithy Houses.
- 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 Smithy Houses based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
15 planning applications found near Smithy Houses.
- - 15 Station Road Denby Ripley Derbyshire DE5 8ND
Demolition of existing bungalow and construction of a replacement bungalow with detached garage and outbuilding
Status: Undecided | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - The Old Railway Station Road Denby Ripley Derbyshire DE5 8ND
Extension/conversion of existing double garage to form ancillary accommodation for family.
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2025-11-18
View full details - - Land To The West Of Denby Hall Business Park Derby Road Denby Ripley Derbyshire
Non material amendment regarding conditions 5, 8 and 9 of AVA/2019/0463 and AVA/2022/0837
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2024-01-19
View full details - - Sunnybank Farm 231 Derby Road Denby Ripley Derbyshire DE5 8NN
Crop storage / secure plant and machinery storage
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2013-12-04
View full details - - 9 Sterling Close Denby Ripley Derbyshire DE5 8NU
Proposed single storey extension
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2011-10-13
View full details - - 23 Sterling Close Denby Ripley Derbyshire DE5 8NU
Proposed extensions to side and rear elevations.
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2011-06-28
View full details - - Sunnybank Farm 231 Derby Road Denby Ripley Derbyshire DE5 8NN
Proposed erection of stables and foaling box
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2010-11-03
View full details - - Ash Tree House Ryknield Hill Denby Ripley Derbyshire DE5 8NW
Change of Use of waste land to private garden along with the erection of boundary fence.
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2010-09-19
View full details - - 23 Sterling Close Denby Belper Derbyshire DE5 8NU
Proposed side extension, living room and kitchen with bedroom and study above
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2005-09-06
View full details - - Sunnybank Farm 231 Derby Road Denby Ripley Derbyshire DE5 8NN
Detached house (Outline)
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2005-08-16
View full details - - 23 Sterling Close Denby Belper Derbyshire DE5 8NU
New conservatory
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2004-11-23
View full details - - Sunnybank Farm 231 Derby Road Denby Ripley Derbyshire DE5 8NN
Agricultural Prior Notification:New implement and crop storage building
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2004-11-16
View full details - - Sunnybank Farm 231 Derby Road Denby Ripley Derbyshire DE5 8NN
2 storey extension to dwelling
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2004-11-02
View full details - - 23 Sterling Close Denby Belper Derbyshire DE5 8NU
New conservatory
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2004-01-28
View full details - - 231 Derby Road Denby Ripley Derbyshire DE5 8NN
Certificate of Lawfulness for Existing Use of land and buildings for mixed retail and residential use
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2003-05-06
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A brief summary of Smithy Houses in Derbyshire
Denby, a village in Derbyshire, is renowned for being the birthplace of John Flamsteed, England's first Astronomer Royal, and is home to the well-known Denby Pottery Company. Located just 3 miles east of Belper and 8 miles north of Derby, the village has a secondary school named after Flamsteed and a historical connection to the Midland Railway via the former Denby railway station. With a population that grew from 1,827 in 2001 to 2,190 in 2011, Denby presents a growing community that may be of interest for planning applications and development opportunities.
Property prices in Smithy Houses show an average sale price of £240,276, 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 Smithy Houses a particularly low-crime area.
Smithy Houses has one conservation area within its boundaries: Kilburn. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Smithy Houses includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Smithy Houses
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Smithy Houses. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Smithy Houses may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
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