Wirksworth planning approval rate
Wirksworth ward in Derbyshire Dales has a 91.0% approval rate based on 670 planning decisions. Derbyshire Dales overall: 90.7%.
Last updated: September 2026
91.0%
ward approval rate
670
Decisions
610
Approved
60
Refused
90.7%
Derbyshire Dales average
Wirksworth is broadly in line with the Derbyshire Dales average, neither notably strict nor notably permissive.
How Wirksworth compares
Wirksworth ward
91.0%
Derbyshire Dales overall
90.7%
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Recent decisions in Wirksworth
Replacement windows and front door to existing Grade 2 listed dwelling. · Thu 03 Sep 2026
Retention and reconfiguration of caravan site, erection of toilet & shower block · Fri 21 Aug 2026
Partial demolition of existing lean-to roof and creation of a first floor rear e · Thu 13 Aug 2026
Partial demolition of existing lean-to roof and creation of a first floor rear e · Thu 13 Aug 2026
The siting of 7 touring caravans, 2 shepherds huts, and the erection of a 5m x 5 · Wed 29 Jul 2026
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