Wirksworth Moor, Derbyshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Wirksworth Moor, Derbyshire.
Derbyshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Wirksworth Moor are administered by Derbyshire Dales District Council. View the full Derbyshire Dales District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £317,548 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Derbyshire Dales
- Parliamentary constituency: Derbyshire Dales
- LSOA: Derbyshire Dales 007C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Wirksworth Moor.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wirksworth Moor.
- 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 Wirksworth Moor based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
12 planning applications found near Wirksworth Moor.
- 26/00574/FUL - Wigwell Nook Farm Sough Lane Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GW
Addition of and replacement of windows and doors to front, rear and gable end and addition of 3no. dormer windows to rear. Upgrade conservatory with solid roof and walls. Removal of external stone sta
Status: Undecided | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2026-05-19 - - Home Farm Wirksworth Moor Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GS
Repairs to listed farmhouse with adaptations to curtilage outbuildings to create ancillary accommodation for the use of the main dwelling.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2024-12-19
View full details - - Moor Farm Wirksworth Moor Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GS
Change of use of agricultural building to dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) and associated building operations
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2016-09-14
View full details - - Moor Farm Wirksworth Moor Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GS
Change of use of agricultural building to dwelling house (Use Class C3)
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2016-05-24
View full details - - Moor Cottage Farm Wirksworth Moor Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GW
Alterations to listed building - Removal of partial wall section within existing kitchen/pantry
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2010-11-24
View full details - - Moor Cottage Farm Wirksworth Moor Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GW
Alterations to listed building - Internal works to allow for the treatment of dry rot
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2010-11-24
View full details - - Moor Cottage Farm Oakerthorpe Road Bolehill Wirksworth
Alterations to listed building - Painting of external render and woodwork
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2010-11-24
View full details - - Moor Cottage Farm Oakerthorpe Road Wirksworth Derbyshire DE4 4GW
Alterations to listed building - Internal/external alterations to facilitate re-use of premises as a residential dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2010-03-05
View full details - - Pond Barn Moor Cottage Farm Oakerthorpe Road Wirksworth Derbyshire DE4 4GW
Change of use and conversion of barn to form ancillary leisure accommodation
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2009-01-29
View full details - - Pond Barn Moor Cottage Farm Oakerthorpe Road Wirksworth Bolehill Derbyshire DE4 4GW
Alterations to listed building - Conversion of barn to form ancillary leisure accommodation
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2009-01-22
View full details - - Moor Cottage Farm Wirksworth Moor Bolehill Matlock Derbyshire DE4 4GW
Alterations to listed building - Conversion and extension of barn to provide leisure accommodation and demolition of pond barn (part retrospective)
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2005-07-12
View full details - - Moor Cottage Farm Oakerthorpe Road Wirksworth Matlock Derbyshire DE4 4GW
Conversion and extension of outbuilding to ancillary leisure accommodation
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Derbyshire Dales | Date: 2005-07-11
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A brief summary of Wirksworth Moor in Derbyshire
Wirksworth Moor is a settlement located in Derbyshire, England.
Property prices in Wirksworth Moor show an average sale price of £317,548, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Wirksworth Moor a particularly low-crime area.
Wirksworth Moor has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Cromford, Alderwasley, Wirksworth, Castle Top, Lea Bridge and High Peak Junction, Dethick, Lea and Holloway. 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 Wirksworth Moor includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cromford Canal SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Wirksworth Moor 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 Wirksworth Moor
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Wirksworth Moor. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Wirksworth Moor may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 80 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Wirksworth Moor were full planning applications (3), tree works (2), other applications (2). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
8 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 6 were dismissed (25% success rate).
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.