How long do planning decisions take near Alwalton?

The average planning decision time near Alwalton is 28 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 Alwalton?

The planning approval rate near Alwalton is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Alwalton?

The most common type of planning application near Alwalton is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Alwalton?

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Alwalton, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Alwalton, Cambridgeshire.

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About Alwalton

Alwalton is a quaint village and civil parish located in Huntingdonshire, Cambridgeshire, approximately 5 miles west of Peterborough city centre. It borders the suburb of Orton Northgate along the A605 road, with its northern side in Alwalton. Overlooking the southern bank of the River Nene, Alwalton offers a blend of historical charm and strategic access to major routes like the A1, making it a notable area for planning applications.

Population: 276 (2021)

District: Huntingdonshire

Website: http://www.alwaltonpc.btck.co.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: Fenland
Parliamentary constituency: North East Cambridgeshire
LSOA: Fenland 006C

Crime Statistics

39 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 10
violent-crime: 7
criminal-damage-arson: 5
burglary: 4
other-theft: 3
vehicle-crime: 3
possession-of-weapons: 2
public-order: 2
shoplifting: 2
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Alwalton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Alwalton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Alwalton.

- 51 Oundle Road Alwalton Peterborough PE7 3UP
Discharge of conditions 3 (land contamination) and 5 (soft landscaping) of 25/00211/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-01-08
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- Cafe Kates Cabin Cafe Great North Road Chesterton Peterborough PE7 3UJ
Non material amendment to 23/00876/FUL to allow works on site following the removal of physical archaeological features
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2025-04-25
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- 4 Church Street Alwalton Peterborough PE7 3UU
Fell Hawthorn tree.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2024-12-11
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- Kates Cabin Cafe Great North Road Chesterton PE7 3UJ
Discharge of condition 5 (contamination 3) of 23/00876/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2024-10-11
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A brief summary of Alwalton in Cambridgeshire

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

The Alwalton area recorded 39 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Alwalton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Alwalton. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Alwalton 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, Alwalton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.alwaltonpc.btck.co.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 Alwalton

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Alwalton. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 28 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Alwalton.

The average decision time of 28 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Alwalton were tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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