How long do planning decisions take near Chesterton (PE7)?

The average planning decision time near Chesterton (PE7) is 41 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 Chesterton (PE7)?

The planning approval rate near Chesterton (PE7) is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Chesterton (PE7)?

The most common type of planning application near Chesterton (PE7) is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chesterton (PE7)?

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Chesterton (PE7), Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chesterton (PE7), Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Chesterton (PE7) are administered by Huntingdonshire District Council. View the full Huntingdonshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

Population: 151 (2021)

District: Huntingdonshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £298,653 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Huntingdonshire
Parliamentary constituency: North West Cambridgeshire
LSOA: Huntingdonshire 002C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Chesterton (PE7).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Chesterton (PE7).

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 Chesterton (PE7) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Chesterton (PE7).

- Al Noor 5 Oundle Road Chesterton Peterborough PE7 3UA
Extension to dwelling and erection of detached double garage with roof space home office and gym.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-05-05
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- Manor Farm Oundle Road Chesterton
Erection of building for agricultural purposes
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-04-29
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- Land South Of Green Lane Chesterton
Proposed amendment to Section 1 of Section 106 to replace the approved First Homes provision with shared ownership dwellings of 23/00173/OUT
Status: Undecided | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2026-04-21
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- The Priory Priory Gardens Chesterton Peterborough PE7 3UB
Horse Chestnut (tag 6991 -TPO T4) - reduce height by up to 4m and lateral crown spread by up to 3m due to the potential for branch and limb shedding, Yew and Leyland Cypress Group A (TPO G3) - prune t
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-02-03
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- Land North Of Abbots House Priory Gardens Chesterton
Variation of condition 2 (plans) to 18/01689/FUL to amend the design and materials of the approved dwelling and garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-07-19
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- 5A Oundle Road Chesterton Peterborough PE7 3UA
Single storey entrance extension. Two-storey kitchen/living/bedroom extension to rear. Loft extension over existing detached double garage
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-03-17
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- Street Record Chesterton
Discharge of Condition 3 (Construction Method Statement) of 22/03119/F
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2023-03-17
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A brief summary of Chesterton (PE7) in Cambridgeshire

Chesterton (PE7) is a settlement located in Cambridgeshire, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 151 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Huntingdonshire district.

Property prices in Chesterton (PE7) show an average sale price of £298,653, 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 Chesterton (PE7) a particularly low-crime area.

Chesterton (PE7) 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 Chesterton (PE7) 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.

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Planning Activity in Chesterton (PE7)

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Chesterton (PE7). Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 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 Chesterton (PE7).

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Chesterton (PE7) were discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (3), tree works (2).

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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