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20 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Wirksworth · updated daily · Derbyshire Dales District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 20 · received or decided in the last 90 days

82 Greenhill Wirksworth Derbyshire DE4 4ENAwaiting decisionProposed garden room to rearReceived 27 Oct 202626/01147/FUL
Roseville Derby Road Wirksworth Derbyshire DE4 4ARAwaiting decisionProposed dropped kerb and creation of new drivewayReceived 21 Oct 202626/01139/FUL
21 Nether Gardens Wirksworth Derbyshire DE4 4DWRefusedRebuilding of outhouse to form disabled WC, shower room and utility. Proposed single storey extension to side elevation.Received 20 Oct 2026Decided 11 Sep 202626/01132/FUL
Old School House Canterbury Road Wirksworth Derbyshire DE4 4GYAwaiting decisionLime tree (T1) - remove upper dead section and crown reduce lower side of tree growing towards house by 4-5 metres to balance shapeReceived 6 Oct 2026T/26/00191/TPO
Wirksworth Ivanhoe Football Club Wirksworth Recreation Ground Derby Road Wirksworth Derbyshire DE4 4ASAwaiting decisionProposed siting of new pre-fabrictated units to provide hospitality, changing and toilet facilities (part retrospective)Received 5 Oct 202626/00943/FUL

Planning in Wirksworth

Approved: 96%; 25 of 26 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wirksworth in the last 24 months, from Derbyshire Dales District Council's planning register.

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Planning authority: Derbyshire Dales District Council

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About Wirksworth

Wirksworth is a historic market town and civil parish located in the Derbyshire Dales district, with a population of 4,902 as of the 2021 census. Renowned for its rich mining heritage, particularly in lead and stone, the town was granted a market charter by Edward I in 1306 and continues to hold a vibrant market every Tuesday in the Memorial Gardens. The parish church of St Mary's, believed to date back to 653, adds to the town's historical significance, making Wirksworth an interesting area for planning applications related to heritage and community development. The town has a population of approximately 4,902 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Derbyshire Dales district.

Property prices in Wirksworth show an average sale price of £317,548, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wirksworth area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wirksworth 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 Wirksworth, 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, 84 planning applications were submitted near Wirksworth. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (20), tree works (15), listed building and heritage (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wirksworth?

In the last 24 months, 84 planning applications were submitted near Wirksworth. The approval rate is 96%.

How long do planning decisions take near Wirksworth?

The average planning decision time near Wirksworth is 49 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 Wirksworth?

The planning approval rate near Wirksworth is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wirksworth?

The most common type of planning application near Wirksworth is discharge of conditions, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wirksworth?

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