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Planning in Walton

Approved
88%
38 of 43 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Chesterfield Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Walton

Postcode districts

S40 261 applications in the last 12 monthsS42 85 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 Walton

Walton is a suburban area of Chesterfield, located within Derbyshire, England. It extends into the North East Derbyshire district, with notable features including Acorn Ridge Road and St. John's Church, which are part of the Holymoorside and Walton civil parish. According to the 2011 Census, Walton had a population of 2,489, making it a small but vibrant community relevant for planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Walton show an average sale price of £246,725, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Walton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Walton has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Walton 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 Walton, 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, 62 planning applications were submitted near Walton. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), tree works (6), discharge of conditions (5).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Walton?
In the last 24 months, 62 planning applications were submitted near Walton. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Walton?
The average planning decision time near Walton is 60 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 Walton?
The planning approval rate near Walton is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Walton?
The most common type of planning application near Walton is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Walton?
You can search and track planning applications near Walton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.