How long do planning decisions take near Bainton?

The average planning decision time near Bainton is 39 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 Bainton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bainton?

The most common type of planning application near Bainton is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bainton?

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Bainton, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bainton, Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bainton are administered by Cambridge City Council. View the full Cambridge City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bainton

Bainton is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Peterborough unitary authority area of Cambridgeshire, England. Nestled on the southern edge of the Welland Valley, it is situated 7.4 miles northwest of Peterborough and 4 miles east of Stamford. The parish, which includes the nearby hamlet of Ashton, has seen a population increase from 290 in 2011 to 330 in 2021, making it a potentially appealing area for new planning applications and developments.

Population: 333 (2021)

District: City of Peterborough

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £474,520 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rutland
Parliamentary constituency: Rutland and Stamford
LSOA: Rutland 004A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bainton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bainton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Bainton.

- Langham Cottage Church Lane Bainton Stamford PE9 3AQ
T1) - Silverbirch (red) - Remove Tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-03-03
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- 4 Badinton Lane Bainton Stamford PE9 3AU
T.15 - Walnut - Reduce by 2-3 metres, T.16 - Sycamore - Reduce by 3 metres and remove less dominant stem (97/00002/TPO)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-02-27
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- Bainton Farmhouse Tallington Road Bainton Stamford PE9 3AF
T1 - Robina Pseudoacacia and T2 - Acer Negunda Variegatum - Approx 30% reduction to both
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-02-10
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- Cobleys Farm Helpston Road Bainton Stamford PE9 3AH
Holly tree remove (red) and Crabapple/Acer tree reduce to previous points (blue)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-01-26
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- 1 Bainton Gardens Bainton Stamford PE9 3AW
T.1 London Plane (red mark) - Reduce by approx 20% & T.2 Lime (blue mark) - Repollard back to previous points
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2025-11-07
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- St Marys Church Church Lane Bainton Stamford PE9 3AQ
TPO 03/2024 [24/00003/TPO] T.1 & T.2 Lime - Epicormic removal around base to allow for reinspection
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2025-02-11
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A brief summary of Bainton in Cambridgeshire

Property prices in Bainton show an average sale price of £474,520, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bainton a particularly low-crime area.

Bainton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Bainton. 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 Bainton includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Bainton

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Bainton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

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

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bainton were tree works (6), full planning applications (3), 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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