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Planning in The Brushes

Approved
93%
39 of 42 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

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

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Around The Brushes

Postcode districts

S41 222 applications in the last 12 monthsS18 137 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 The Brushes

The Brushes is a settlement located in Derbyshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the The Brushes 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 The Brushes a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around The Brushes has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near The Brushes, 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, 58 planning applications were submitted near The Brushes. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 96 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (28), tree works (10), discharge of conditions (9).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near The Brushes?
In the last 24 months, 58 planning applications were submitted near The Brushes. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near The Brushes?
The average planning decision time near The Brushes is 96 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 The Brushes?
The planning approval rate near The Brushes is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near The Brushes?
The most common type of planning application near The Brushes is full planning applications, with 28 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near The Brushes?
You can search and track planning applications near The Brushes on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.