Updated 23 October 2026 · 60 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Derbyshire Dales
Find construction leads in Derbyshire Dales from new planning applications across Matlock, Wirksworth and the wider district.
- New planning applications added frequently from Derbyshire Dales District Council
- Connect with homeowners at the early planning stage
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Data sourced from Derbyshire Dales District Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
60
New Leads (30 Days)
£170,763
Average Project Value
24
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Derbyshire Dales
Derbyshire Dales' adopted Local Plan sets a requirement of 5,680 homes, with Middle Peak Quarry in Wirksworth earmarked for 645 homes as a brownfield quarry redevelopment. Councillors have rejected large schemes at Ashbourne Airfield and The Wolds in Matlock over design and flood concerns, while an earlier round of decisions approved sites for 317 new homes combined across Matlock, Wirksworth, Darley Dale and Tansley. A separate housing scheme at Cawdor Quarry, Matlock, has lapsed after three years of inaction. Away from these sites, established towns keep a steady flow of extensions and loft conversions.
Project Type Breakdown
Here's a breakdown of the most common types of construction projects in Derbyshire Dales over the past 30 days.
In Derbyshire Dales, Extensions are the most common project type, appearing in 20 of the 60 leads tracked in the last 30 days, with New Builds also showing consistent demand alongside Garden Rooms. Projects can fall into more than one category, so these figures don't need to add up to the total.
Most Active Architects and Planning Consultants in Derbyshire Dales
The architects and planning consultants submitting the most construction-related applications in Derbyshire Dales, based on recent planning records.
- 1Stock Planning Ltd
- 2Planning and Design Practice Ltd
- 3Channel Design ltd.
- 4James Boon Architects
- 5Allan Joyce Architects Ltd
- 6Manning Holden Architects Limited
- 7Beckett Jackson Thompson
- 8Paul Fieldhouse Architect
- 9Simon Foote Architects
- 10Kim Seaton Design
Project Value Insights
Understanding typical project values in Derbyshire Dales helps you prioritise the most profitable leads and manage your workload effectively. These ranges are a general guide to the scale of work involved. Individual project costs vary by design, specification, and site conditions.
- £25k-£50kSmall extensions, porches, and internal alterations
- £50k-£100kRear extensions and loft conversions
- £100k-£250kLarge extensions and full property refurbishments
- £250k+New builds and high-end residential projects
Higher-value projects are often found around Matlock and Wirksworth, where larger properties support more extensive renovation budgets.
Recent Planning Applications in Derbyshire Dales
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extension | Matlock | £50k–£100k | Extension and restoration of existing stone agricultural building and partial rebuild of attached garage for additional parking. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | Derbyshire Dales | £100k–£250k | Remove rear conservatory and attached garage; erect two-storey rear and side extensions, replace porch and alter existing property. | Approved |
| Extension | The Pump House Blundestone Lane Longway Bank Whatstandwell Derbyshire DE4 5HU | £50k–£100k | Full planning application for proposed extension and alterations to The Pump House. | Approved |
| Extension | Unit 18 Molyneux Business Park Whitworth Road Darley Dale Derbyshire DE4 2HJ | £50k–£100k | Retrospective change of use to retail with erection of a single-storey extension. | Approved |
| Rear Extension | Derbyshire Dales | £50k–£100k | Larger Home Extension prior approval for replacement rear extension projecting 3.4m with total height 3.4m and eaves 2.6m. | Approved |
Extension
Matlock
Extension and restoration of existing stone agricultural building and partial rebuild of attached garage for additional parking.
Wrap-Around Extension
Derbyshire Dales
Remove rear conservatory and attached garage; erect two-storey rear and side extensions, replace porch and alter existing property.
Extension
The Pump House Blundestone Lane Longway Bank Whatstandwell Derbyshire DE4 5HU
Full planning application for proposed extension and alterations to The Pump House.
Extension
Unit 18 Molyneux Business Park Whitworth Road Darley Dale Derbyshire DE4 2HJ
Retrospective change of use to retail with erection of a single-storey extension.
Rear Extension
Derbyshire Dales
Larger Home Extension prior approval for replacement rear extension projecting 3.4m with total height 3.4m and eaves 2.6m.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | 21 The Hallsteads Kniveton Derbyshire DE6 1JT | £50k–£100k | Removal of rear conservatory, erection of single-storey rear extension, internal alterations and first-floor dormer window. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Derbyshire Dales | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion with rear-facing box dormer and two front-facing Velux rooflights. | Pending |
Loft Conversion
21 The Hallsteads Kniveton Derbyshire DE6 1JT
Removal of rear conservatory, erection of single-storey rear extension, internal alterations and first-floor dormer window.
Loft Conversion
Derbyshire Dales
Loft conversion with rear-facing box dormer and two front-facing Velux rooflights.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage | Greyhound Hotel Market Place Cromford Derbyshire DE4 3QE | £50k–£100k | Internal refurbishment works including amended bar servery. | Approved |
| New Build | Derbyshire Dales | £250k–£1m | Permission in Principle for residential development of up to 6 dwellings. | Refused |
| Heritage | 8-10 St John Street Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1GH | £100k–£250k | Remodeling of existing ballroom for improved access and facilities. | Approved |
| New Build | Land Between 113 And 115 Smedley Street Matlock Derbyshire | £250k–£1m | Discharge of conditions relating to a permission for erection of four dwellings and associated gardens and the change of use from commercial to residential. | Approved |
| Heritage | 37A St John Street Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1GP | £25k–£50k | Retention of en-suite shower room and installation of UPVC double-glazed windows. | Approved |
Heritage
Greyhound Hotel Market Place Cromford Derbyshire DE4 3QE
Internal refurbishment works including amended bar servery.
New Build
Derbyshire Dales
Permission in Principle for residential development of up to 6 dwellings.
Heritage
8-10 St John Street Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1GH
Remodeling of existing ballroom for improved access and facilities.
New Build
Land Between 113 And 115 Smedley Street Matlock Derbyshire
Discharge of conditions relating to a permission for erection of four dwellings and associated gardens and the change of use from commercial to residential.
Heritage
37A St John Street Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1GP
Retention of en-suite shower room and installation of UPVC double-glazed windows.
Data sourced from Derbyshire Dales District Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
Featured Projects
A look at recent construction opportunities across Derbyshire Dales.
Internal refurbishment works including amended bar servery
£50k–£100kGreyhound Hotel Market Place Cromford Derbyshire DE4 3QE
Internal refurbishment works including amended bar servery.
Permission in Principle for residential development of up to 6no. dwellings
£250k–£1mDerbyshire Dales
Permission in Principle for residential development of up to 6 dwellings.
Remodel existing Ballroom to provide means of escape, disabled access, toilets, Bar servery and kitchen
£100k–£250k8-10 St John Street Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1GH
Remodeling of existing ballroom for improved access and facilities.
Discharge of Conditions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 of application 25/01129/FUL - Erection of 4 new dwellinghouses and associated gardens and change of use from current commercial use to residential
£250k–£1mLand Between 113 And 115 Smedley Street Matlock Derbyshire
Discharge of conditions relating to a permission for erection of four dwellings and associated gardens and the change of use from commercial to residential.
Examples of projects at an early stage before wider competition builds.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Status in Derbyshire Dales
37%
Approved
59%
Pending
4%
Refused
In Derbyshire Dales, 37% of planning applications are approved, 59% are still pending, and 4% are refused. Pending applications can give builders an opportunity to make contact while projects are still at an early stage.
Reaching out while applications are still active helps you get ahead of the pack.
Based on planning applications submitted over the last 30 days.
Planning Approval Times in Derbyshire Dales
Among applications tracked by BuildAlert in Derbyshire Dales, the median time from submission to decision is 8 weeks. Smaller projects like extensions tend to be approved more quickly, while larger developments can take longer.
Based on approved applications with recorded decision dates over the last 3 months.
Domestic vs Commercial Projects in Derbyshire Dales
In Derbyshire Dales, 73% of planning applications are domestic and 27% are commercial. Both segments offer opportunities depending on the scale of work you take on.
Demand for Building Work in Derbyshire Dales
Middle Peak Quarry and the approved sites across Matlock, Wirksworth, Darley Dale and Tansley are set to bring sustained new-build activity to Derbyshire Dales over the coming years. Away from these sites, established towns across the district sustain a reliable flow of extension and loft conversion work.
How to Win Jobs in Derbyshire Dales
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