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Planning in Barnack

Approved
89%
25 of 27 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Barnack in the last 24 months, from Peterborough City Council's planning register.

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About Barnack

Barnack is a quaint village and civil parish within the Peterborough unitary authority in Cambridgeshire, England, located 4 miles southeast of Stamford, Lincolnshire. The parish also encompasses the hamlet of Pilsgate, situated about 1 mile northwest of Barnack along the B1443 road. As of the 2021 Census, Barnack has a population of approximately 1,000 residents, making it a small but vibrant community, which may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,144 (2021 estimate). It sits within the City of Peterborough district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Barnack area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Barnack a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Barnack has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Barnack planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.barnackparishcouncil.org/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Barnack, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Barnack. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were tree works (16), listed building and heritage (3), full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Barnack?
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Barnack. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Barnack?
The average planning decision time near Barnack is 42 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 Barnack?
The planning approval rate near Barnack is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Barnack?
The most common type of planning application near Barnack is tree works applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Barnack?
You can search and track planning applications near Barnack on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.