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23 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Somercotes · updated daily · Amber Valley Borough Council

Only 8 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 23 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Somerlea Park Junior School, Bank Street, Somercotes, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 4JEAwaiting decisionNon-material amendment to condition 2 of the planning permission AVA/2023/0873 to include drawings: Arch NMA 01 Rev A, and Arch NMA 02 Rev A elevations, to show the retention of the existing archway linked to the library.Received 12 Oct 2026AVA/2026/0599
T/A THE LOUNGE HAIR & BEAUTY, 165 Nottingham Road, Somercotes, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 4JGAwaiting decisionChange of use to the ground floor level - retail to a 1 bedroom flatReceived 7 Oct 2026AVA/2026/0641
409 Somercotes Hill, Somercotes, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 4JXAwaiting decisionVariation of condition 2 of AVA/2022/0436 to provide additional space for the bungalow as requested by purchaserReceived 29 Sep 2026AVA/2026/0629
Land To The South Of B600, Lower Somercotes, Somercotes, Alfreton, DerbyshireAwaiting decisionNon material amendment to AVA/2024/0755 to substitute the approved brick types on the approved materials plan with Grainger Autumn and Grainger Gold, as shown on the submitted revised materials layout. The amendment relates solely to the approved external materials specification. No changes are proposed to the approved layout, dwelling numbers, house types, scale, access, parking, landscaping or wider design principles.Received 24 Sep 2026AVA/2026/0616
14 Greenhill Lane, Riddings, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 4EXAwaiting decisionFormation of one new apartment in addition to the five apartments approved under AVA/2024/0661Received 24 Sep 2026AVA/2026/0569

Planning in Somercotes

Approved: 96%; 23 of 23 decided
Decision time: about 9 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Somercotes in the last 24 months, from Amber Valley Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Somercotes

Postcode districts

DE55 208 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Amber Valley Borough Council

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About Somercotes

Somercotes is a vibrant village and civil parish in Amber Valley, Derbyshire, located near the Nottinghamshire border. Historically a mining village, it features a mix of residential, industrial, and commercial areas, including Cotes Park and Birchwood, along with various shops, pubs, and dining options. While the village is becoming more urbanised, it retains agricultural land and a small nature reserve at Pennytown Ponds. With primary and secondary schools, as well as places of worship, Somercotes had a population of 6,255 as of the 2011 census, reflecting a growth of nearly 9% since 2001. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,214 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Amber Valley district.

Property prices in Somercotes show an average sale price of £229,785, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Somercotes 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 Somercotes a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Somercotes 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.

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In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Somercotes. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were tree works (6), outline applications (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Somercotes?

In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Somercotes. The approval rate is 96%.

How long do planning decisions take near Somercotes?

The average planning decision time near Somercotes is 64 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 Somercotes?

The planning approval rate near Somercotes is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Somercotes?

The most common type of planning application near Somercotes is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

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