Bolsover

East Midlands·E07000033·Data: 2025 Q1-Q4

Excellent

Performance rating out of 100, based on approval rate, decision speed and appeal outcomes

Bolsover is a planning authority in the East Midlands that takes a positive approach to homeowner applications. The council approves the vast majority of householder planning applications, showing a genuinely supportive stance towards residential development. You can expect a fair hearing for your plans here.

Approval Rate

99%

of householder applications approved

Decided Within 8 Weeks

77%

meet the statutory target

Appeal Overturn Rate

25%

of refusals overturned on appeal

What to Expect

When you submit a planning application to Bolsover, you have an excellent chance of approval. Around 99% of householder applications are approved, which is well above the national average and reflects the council's helpful attitude. You should expect a decision within 8 weeks in most cases, though just over three quarters of applications meet this target. Even if your application is refused, there is a reasonable chance of success on appeal, with 25% of refused applications being overturned.

Local Planning Considerations

Before you apply, check whether your property is in a conservation area or on green belt land, as these designations can affect what you are able to do. The East Midlands region has various heritage and environmental protections, so it is worth understanding your local setting early on. Getting this right at the start will help you prepare a stronger application.

Tips for Homeowners

Take time to understand your property's planning history and any local policies that might affect your plans. Submit a clear and detailed application with good quality drawings and supporting information, as this helps the council make decisions more quickly. Consider talking to the planning department informally before you submit, as they are usually happy to give advice and can point out any potential issues early on. Finally, give yourself a bit of extra time beyond the 8-week target when planning your project, just to be safe.

About the performance rating: The score out of 100 is calculated from three factors: householder application approval rate (up to 40 points), the percentage of decisions made within the 8-week statutory target (up to 30 points), and the appeal overturn rate, where a lower rate means the authority makes sound decisions that hold up on appeal (up to 20 points). A further 10 points are available for data completeness. Source: MHCLG PS2 planning statistics and Planning Inspectorate appeal decisions, 2025 Q1-Q4.

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