How long do planning decisions take near Ailsworth?

The average planning decision time near Ailsworth is 40 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 Ailsworth?

The planning approval rate near Ailsworth is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ailsworth?

The most common type of planning application near Ailsworth is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ailsworth?

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Ailsworth, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ailsworth, Cambridgeshire.

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About Ailsworth

Ailsworth, located approximately 4.5 miles west of Peterborough city centre, is a village and civil parish within the City of Peterborough unitary authority. Historically part of the Soke of Peterborough, Ailsworth was considered part of Northamptonshire until the 1974 Local Government Act redefined its boundaries, placing it within Cambridgeshire. This context is important for those researching planning applications in the area, as it reflects the village's evolving administrative landscape.

Population: 604 (2021)

District: City of Peterborough

Website: http://www.ailsworthparishcouncil.org.uk

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £240,520 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Peterborough
Parliamentary constituency: North West Cambridgeshire
LSOA: Peterborough 018A

Crime Statistics

4 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 2
anti-social-behaviour: 1
public-order: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ailsworth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ailsworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Ailsworth.

- 3 Maffit Road Ailsworth Peterborough PE5 7AG
T.1 - Robinia - Reduce height by 4m, T.2 - Apple - Reduce height by 1m
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-02-23
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- 2 The Bungalow Maffit Road Ailsworth Peterborough PE5 7AG
Partial demolition of existing conservatory with re-build to form habitable room
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2025-09-05
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A brief summary of Ailsworth in Cambridgeshire

Property prices in Ailsworth show an average sale price of £240,520, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Ailsworth is generally good, with just 4 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ailsworth has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Water Newton, Castor, Ailsworth. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ailsworth includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Castor Flood Meadows SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ailsworth planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.ailsworthparishcouncil.org.uk. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

Planning Activity in Ailsworth

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Ailsworth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ailsworth may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ailsworth were tree works (9), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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