How long do planning decisions take near Woolley?

The average planning decision time near Woolley is 67 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 Woolley?

The planning approval rate near Woolley is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Woolley?

The most common type of planning application near Woolley is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Woolley?

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Woolley, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woolley, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Woolley are administered by Amber Valley Borough Council. View the full Amber Valley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Woolley

Woolley Moor is a quaint village located in the North East Derbyshire district, offering essential amenities such as a school, a church, and the local pub, the White Horse. While most residents commute for work, the village is home to two family-run dairy farms that provide employment opportunities for a small number of locals, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications related to rural development and community services.

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Area Information

Admin district: Amber Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Amber Valley
LSOA: Amber Valley 003C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Woolley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Woolley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

14 planning applications found near Woolley.

- Land Approximately 100M West Of Yew Tree Farm Quarry Lane Woolley Moor
Application for Lawful Development Certificate for existing dwellinghouse
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2025-12-23
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- Land Approximately 100M West Of Yew Tree Farm Quarry Lane Woolley Moor
Reconstruction of a former Blacksmiths Workshop to create a Dwelling house (Package treatment plant)(Affecting a Public Right of Way).
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2024-04-04
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- Yew Tree Farm Quarry Lane Woolley Moor Alfreton DE55 6FN
Application to discharge conditions 18 (roof material), 19 (hard paved areas), 23 (boundary treatments), 26 (balustrade detail) and 27 (sustainability criteria) of planning approval 16/00848/FL for th
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2019-03-14
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- Barn Adjacent Walnut Farm Quarry Lane Woolley Moor
Application to vary conditions 2, 4, and 5 of planning approval 18/00586/FL to allow timber cladding of the garage and entrance area and replace the gable taking in door with a glazed detail
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2019-02-15
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- Yew Tree Farm Quarry Lane Woolley Moor Alfreton DE55 6FN
Approval of details reserved by conditions 3 (archaeology), 5 (coal mining), 6 (temporary access), 7 (site compound), 8 (wheel washing), 11 (surface water to highway), 14 (surface water), 20 (landscap
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2018-08-14
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- Barn Adjacent Walnut Farm Quarry Lane Woolley Moor
The reconstruction of a barn as a dwelling with associated extension, car parking and landscaping
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2018-06-09
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- Yew Tree Farm Quarry Lane Woolley Moor Alfreton DE55 6FN
Erection of one new family dwelling in an integrated landscape -Meadow House -on paddock adjacent
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2016-08-16
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- Ford Farm Hurst Lane Ogston Higham Alfreton DE55 6EL
Application to vary Condition 5 of planning approval 05/01423/FL to allow use of first floor studio/store as accommodation for a dependant relative
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2014-10-21
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- Land South Of Car Park And Adjacent Small Pond At Ogston New Road Brackenfield Derbyshire
Proposed removal of existing bird hide and replacement with new hide
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2010-12-21
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- Ford Farm Ogston Higham Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 6EL
Erection of double garage with store and studio
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2005-12-16
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- Ford Farm Ogston Higham Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 6EL
Erection of rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2005-07-04
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- Ford Farm Ogston Higham Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 6EL
Conversion of existing outbuildings to form residential unit
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2004-11-30
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- Bottom Farm Quarry Lane Woolley Moor Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 6FN
Alterations and extensions to existing garage/ workshop
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2004-10-29
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- Bottom Farm Quarry Lane Woolley Moor Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 6FN
Change of use of three holiday cottages to form two permanent dwellings and associated alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2004-03-04
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A brief summary of Woolley in Derbyshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Woolley a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Woolley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ogston Reservoir SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Woolley

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Woolley. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Woolley.

At 67 days on average, decisions near Woolley slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Woolley were outline applications (1), amendments (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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