How long do planning decisions take near Waterside?

The average planning decision time near Waterside is 98 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 Waterside?

The planning approval rate near Waterside is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Waterside?

The most common type of planning application near Waterside is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Waterside?

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Waterside, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Waterside, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £293,015 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: High Peak
Parliamentary constituency: High Peak
LSOA: High Peak 013G

Crime Statistics

8 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

shoplifting: 3
violent-crime: 3
drugs: 1
public-order: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Waterside.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Waterside based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Waterside.

- Round Meadows Farm , Dolly Lane , Buxworth , Derbyshire , SK23 7QG
Certificate of lawfulness for a proposed single storey lean to side and rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: High Peak | Date: 2025-09-22
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- GREEN ACRES , Gow Hole , Furness Vale , Derbyshire , SK23 7QE
Proposed extension and alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: High Peak | Date: 2024-07-15
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A brief summary of Waterside in Derbyshire

Waterside is a settlement located in Derbyshire, England.

Property prices in Waterside show an average sale price of £293,015, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 8 crimes reported in the Waterside area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Waterside has one conservation area within its boundaries: Buxworth. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Waterside includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 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, Waterside 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 Waterside

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Waterside. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 98 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Waterside may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 98 days, decisions near Waterside take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Waterside were full planning applications (3), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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