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Planning in Tapton

Approved
100%
27 of 27 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Tapton

Postcode districts

S43 172 applications in the last 12 monthsS41 222 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 Tapton

Tapton is a suburb of Chesterfield in Derbyshire, England, situated along the B6543 Brimington Road, connecting Chesterfield town centre to Brimington. Established as a suburb in the 1920s, Tapton features a variety of semi-detached houses that reflect the architectural style of the 1920s and 1930s, making it an area of interest for those researching planning applications and residential developments. It sits within the Chesterfield district.

Property prices in Tapton 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 Tapton 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 Tapton 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, Tapton 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 Tapton, 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, 37 planning applications were submitted near Tapton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), tree works (6), outline applications (3). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Tapton?
In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Tapton. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Tapton?
The average planning decision time near Tapton is 54 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 Tapton?
The planning approval rate near Tapton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Tapton?
The most common type of planning application near Tapton is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Tapton?
You can search and track planning applications near Tapton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.