Derbyshire Dales LPA BNG

Derbyshire Dales, located in the heart of the Peak District National Park and surrounding areas, covers approximately 850 square kilometres of predominantly rural and upland landscapes in Derbyshire, East Midlands. The district includes market towns such as Matlock, Ashbourne, and Wirksworth, surrounded by a mosaic of moorland, limestone dales, woodlands, and river valleys.

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Derbyshire Dales District Council aligns with the Environment Act 2021, requiring most developments to secure at least 10% Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG). BNG delivery can include on-site habitat creation or enhancement, off-site biodiversity units, or contributions to wider landscape-scale ecological networks.

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The district falls primarily within National Character Areas White Peak and Dark Peak, featuring priority habitats such as limestone grasslands, ancient woodlands, upland heath, and upland hay meadows. The diversity of habitats supports a rich assemblage of flora and fauna including rare invertebrates, birds, and bats.

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The rural and upland nature of the area presents both challenges and opportunities for BNG, with key priorities including restoring limestone grasslands, expanding native woodland, and enhancing river corridors.

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We offer expert BNG support tailored to Derbyshire Dales developments, including habitat surveys, metric assessments, and habitat creation strategies.