Thorpe, Derbyshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Thorpe, Derbyshire.
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About Thorpe
Thorpe is a quaint village and civil parish located in Derbyshire, England, situated along the east bank of the River Dove and approximately four miles north of Ashbourne. As of the 2011 census, the population stood at 183, making it a small but vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications and local development initiatives. The village's position near the Derbyshire/Staffordshire border also presents unique opportunities for cross-county projects.
Population: 139 (2021)
District: Derbyshire Dales
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £371,759 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Amber Valley
- Parliamentary constituency: Mid Derbyshire
- LSOA: Amber Valley 016E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Thorpe.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Thorpe.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Thorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Thorpe.
- - PUBLIC CONVENIENCES ILAM ROAD THORPE DE6 2AW
Twin-stemmed sycamore. To be removed. take 2 trees down that's marked in orange that's over hanging in the road and to clear the sight , take down dead ash trees
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Peak District | Date: 2026-04-24
View full details - - THORPE COTTAGE WINTERCROFT LANE THORPE
Building of a 18 sq mtr internal space wooden shed.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Peak District | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - THORPE COTTAGE WINTERCROFT LANE THORPE
Listed Building consent - Building of a 18 sq mtr internal space wooden shed.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Peak District | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - IVY COTTAGE CHURCH LANE THORPE ASHBOURNE DERBYSHIRE DE6 2AW
Scots Pine. Fomer owners had 50% of trunk heighr emoved. Poor condition with excessive shading. Root system putting pressure on a retaining wall. No birds nesting. Application to fell in full.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peak District | Date: 2025-02-05
View full details - - IVY COTTAGE CHURCH LANE THORPE ASHBOURNE DERBYSHIRE DE6 2AW
T1 - remove Christmas tree, tree has been smothered by virginia creeper and half the tree is dead as a result of this. Therefore remove tree for health and safety reasons. T2 & T3 - remove two confide
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peak District | Date: 2025-01-22
View full details - - SALLYS COTTAGE THE GREEN THORPE DERBYSHIRE DE6 2AW
4 x dead silver birch trees to be removed from front drive of Sally’s Cottage, Thorpe. The drive is adjacent to the main road. Two large branches removed from large tree in the garden of Sally’s Cotta
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peak District | Date: 2024-09-09
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A brief summary of Thorpe in Derbyshire
Thorpe is a quaint village and civil parish located in Derbyshire, England, situated along the east bank of the River Dove and approximately four miles north of Ashbourne. As of the 2011 census, the population stood at 183, making it a small but vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications and local development initiatives. The village's position near the Derbyshire/Staffordshire border also presents unique opportunities for cross-county projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 139 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Derbyshire Dales district.
Property prices in Thorpe show an average sale price of £371,759, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Thorpe a particularly low-crime area.
Thorpe has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Thorpe, Mapleton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Thorpe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dove Valley and Biggin Dale SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Peak District Dales; 1 National Parks: PEAK DISTRICT. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Thorpe 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.
Planning Activity in Thorpe
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Thorpe. Of these, 100% were approved.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Thorpe may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The most common application types near Thorpe were tree works (4), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.