How long do planning decisions take near Dogsthorpe?

The average planning decision time near Dogsthorpe 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 Dogsthorpe?

The planning approval rate near Dogsthorpe is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dogsthorpe?

The most common type of planning application near Dogsthorpe is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dogsthorpe?

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Dogsthorpe, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dogsthorpe, Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · settlement

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

About Dogsthorpe

Dogsthorpe is a residential area and electoral ward within Peterborough, located in Cambridgeshire, England, with a population of 11,500 as of the 2021 Census. The area is served by a fire station operated by Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service, which is staffed 24/7 and equipped with essential emergency vehicles, including a Water Tender, Rescue Vehicle, and Aerial Platform. This information is critical for anyone researching planning applications in the region, as it highlights local infrastructure and community services.

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Area Information

Admin district: Peterborough
Parliamentary constituency: Peterborough
LSOA: Peterborough 013D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dogsthorpe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Dogsthorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Dogsthorpe.

26/002201/FUL - Garages to the Rear of 266, Eastern Avenue, Peterborough, PE1 4PZ
Demolition of existing garages to be replaced with flat surface car parking encl
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Application (Full) | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-07-06
26/002524/HHFUL - 40 Lombardy Drive Dogsthorpe Peterborough PE1 3TF
Ground floor rear extension to provide 2no. disability bedrooms and level access
Status: Undecided | Type: Householder (Full) | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-07-03
- Peterborough One Retail Park Peterborough Road Eye Peterborough
Siting of four covered padel tennis courts with ancillary office and floodlights (resubmission of details previously submitted under application 25/00723/FUL)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-04-01
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- 268, Eastern Avenue, Peterborough, PE1 4PZ
Proposed ground-floor side and rear, and first-floor rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-02-24
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- 16 Eastern Close Dogsthorpe Peterborough PE1 4PP
Front infill and first floor extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-02-17
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- 52 Lilac Road Dogsthorpe Peterborough PE1 4PR
Two-storey side and rear, and single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2024-11-28
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- 10 Beechwood Close Dogsthorpe Peterborough PE1 4PN
Single storey rear extension Depth from original wall: 4m Maximum height: 3m (to eaves: 2.50m)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2024-04-17
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- Christ The Carpenter Church Hall Chestnut Avenue Dogsthorpe Peterborough PE1 4PE
Variation of condition C2 (cabin removed), pursuant to planning permission reference 21/01783/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2024-03-15
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- 105 Chestnut Avenue Dogsthorpe Peterborough PE1 4PE
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2023-05-25
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- 221 Eastern Avenue Dogsthorpe Peterborough PE1 4PY
Installation of a dropped kerb and driveway leading out to a non-classified road
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2023-03-02
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A brief summary of Dogsthorpe in Cambridgeshire

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

Dogsthorpe has one conservation area within its boundaries: The Park, Peterborough. 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 Dogsthorpe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dogsthorpe Star Pit 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 Dogsthorpe

In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Dogsthorpe. Of these, 93% 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 Dogsthorpe 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 Dogsthorpe were full planning applications (16), outline applications (4), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 23 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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