How long do planning decisions take near Benwick?

The average planning decision time near Benwick is 50 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 Benwick?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Benwick?

The most common type of planning application near Benwick is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Benwick?

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Benwick, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Benwick, Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · settlement

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About Benwick

Benwick is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Fenland district of Cambridgeshire, roughly 15 miles from Peterborough and 30 miles from Cambridge. With a population of 1,137 recorded in the 2011 Census across 452 households, the village is notable for its accessibility via the River Nene, connecting it to England's inland waterways. This unique positioning may influence planning applications related to residential development, recreational facilities, and infrastructure improvements in the area.

Population: 1,145 (2021)

District: Fenland

Website: http://www.benwickparishcouncil.btck.co.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £251,450 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Fenland
Parliamentary constituency: North East Cambridgeshire
LSOA: Fenland 007A

Crime Statistics

7 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 3
anti-social-behaviour: 2
criminal-damage-arson: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Benwick.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Benwick based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Benwick.

- Benwick Primary School High Street Benwick PE15 0XA
Application to discharge condition 14 (Lighting) of planning permission CCC/23/143/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cambridgeshire | Date: 2024-08-07
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A brief summary of Benwick in Cambridgeshire

Property prices in Benwick show an average sale price of £251,450, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 7 crimes reported in the Benwick area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

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

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Benwick. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

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

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Benwick were discharge of conditions (1).

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