How long do planning decisions take near Waingroves?

The average planning decision time near Waingroves is 58 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 Waingroves?

The planning approval rate near Waingroves is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Waingroves?

The most common type of planning application near Waingroves is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Waingroves?

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Waingroves, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Waingroves, Derbyshire.

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About Waingroves

Waingroves is a large village located in the Amber Valley district of Derbyshire, England, approximately two miles from Ripley. Situated within the civil parish of Codnor, the village features historical elements, including remnants of a former colliery site nestled in the nearby woodlands, which may be relevant for planning applications in the area.

District: Codnor

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £203,038 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Amber Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Amber Valley
LSOA: Amber Valley 006E

Crime Statistics

50 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 23
criminal-damage-arson: 8
public-order: 5
other-theft: 4
anti-social-behaviour: 3
robbery: 2
shoplifting: 2
drugs: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Waingroves.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Waingroves.

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 Waingroves based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Waingroves.

- 1 Colliers Court Waingroves Ripley Derbyshire DE5 9AN
Proposed first floor bedroom extension above previous single storey extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2026-04-14
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- 50 Heanor Road Codnor Ripley Derbyshire DE5 9SH
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2026-04-13
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- 6 Needham Street Codnor Ripley Derbyshire DE5 9RR
Proposed two-storey side extension and single-storey rear/infill extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2026-04-07
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- 110 Church Street Waingroves Ripley Derbyshire DE5 9TE
Single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2026-03-16
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- Waingroves Methodist Chapel 58 - 60 Waingroves Road Waingroves Ripley Derbyshire DE5 9TB
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) and condition 4 (parking plan) and removal of condition 6 (air source) of AVA/2025/0407 to allow the proposed canopy to extend further from the extension and
Status: Undecided | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2026-02-26
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- 65 Steam Mill Lane Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3JR
Proposed dropped kerb to front of property as section of grass on driveway removed to increase parking area
Status: Undecided | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2026-02-23
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- Waingroves Methodist Chapel 58 - 60 Waingroves Road Waingroves Ripley Derbyshire DE5 9TB
Proposed extension with associated internal/external alterations and installation of solar panels.
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2025-05-28
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A brief summary of Waingroves in Derbyshire

Property prices in Waingroves show an average sale price of £203,038, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Waingroves area recorded 50 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Waingroves has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Golden Valley, Waingroves Hall. 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 Waingroves includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Waingroves

In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Waingroves. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Waingroves.

At 58 days on average, decisions near Waingroves slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Waingroves were outline applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 17 smaller schemes were submitted.

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