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Planning in The Holmes

Approved
82%
103 of 118 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of The Holmes in the last 24 months, from Derby City Council's planning register.

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Around The Holmes

Postcode districts

DE1 235 applications in the last 12 monthsDE22 344 applications in the last 12 monthsDE21 270 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Derby City Council

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About The Holmes

The Holmes is a settlement located in Derbyshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the The Holmes 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 Holmes 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, The Holmes 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 Holmes, 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, 323 planning applications were submitted near The Holmes. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (57), tree works (25), amendments (23). 20 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near The Holmes?
In the last 24 months, 323 planning applications were submitted near The Holmes. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near The Holmes?
The average planning decision time near The Holmes is 72 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 Holmes?
The planning approval rate near The Holmes is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near The Holmes?
The most common type of planning application near The Holmes is discharge of conditions, with 57 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near The Holmes?
You can search and track planning applications near The Holmes on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.