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Planning in Staveley

Approved
93%
57 of 60 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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Around Staveley

Postcode districts

S43 172 applications in the last 12 monthsS4 98 applications in the last 12 monthsS44 126 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Chesterfield Borough Council

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About Staveley

Staveley is a town and civil parish located in the Borough of Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England. Nestled along the banks of the River Rother, it lies northeast of Chesterfield and is conveniently positioned near Clowne, Bolsover, Worksop, and Sheffield, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments. The town has a population of approximately 18,428 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chesterfield district.

Property prices in Staveley show an average sale price of £246,725, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Staveley 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 Staveley 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, Staveley 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near Staveley, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 76 planning applications were submitted near Staveley. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 91 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (24), full planning applications (20), amendments (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Staveley?
In the last 24 months, 76 planning applications were submitted near Staveley. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Staveley?
The average planning decision time near Staveley is 91 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 Staveley?
The planning approval rate near Staveley is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Staveley?
The most common type of planning application near Staveley is discharge of conditions, with 24 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Staveley?
You can search and track planning applications near Staveley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.