How long do planning decisions take near Windley?

The average planning decision time near Windley is 43 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 Windley?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Windley?

The most common type of planning application near Windley is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Windley?

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Windley, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Windley, Derbyshire.

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About Windley

Windley is a quaint village and civil parish located in Derbyshire, England, approximately 6 miles north of Derby, along the B5023 road connecting Duffield and Wirksworth. With a population of 148 as recorded in the 2011 Census, Windley offers a rural setting that may be of interest for those researching planning applications in the area.

Population: 155 (2021)

District: Amber Valley

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £298,570 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Amber Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Derbyshire
LSOA: Amber Valley 010B

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

burglary: 1
violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Windley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Windley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Windley.

- South Lodge Windley Belper Derbyshire DE56 2LP
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for an existing material start. Prior to expiry of the permission of AVA/2021/1240, a material start was made on site comprising the excavation of appr
Status: Undecided | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2026-03-31
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A brief summary of Windley in Derbyshire

Property prices in Windley show an average sale price of £298,570, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Windley is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Windley 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 Windley

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Windley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

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

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Windley were outline applications (2), tree works (2).

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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