How long do planning decisions take near Eastfield?

The average planning decision time near Eastfield is 51 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 Eastfield?

The planning approval rate near Eastfield is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Eastfield?

The most common type of planning application near Eastfield is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Eastfield?

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Eastfield, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Eastfield, Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · settlement

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

About Eastfield

Eastfield is a residential area within the city of Peterborough, located in the Peterborough district of Cambridgeshire, England. It is part of the Peterborough East electoral ward, alongside Fengate and Parnwell, and had a population of 8,424 in 2001. The area features 3,824 households, with 52.88% being owner-occupied, slightly lower than the 66.30% average for the broader Peterborough unitary authority. This demographic profile may be relevant for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Peterborough
Parliamentary constituency: Peterborough
LSOA: Peterborough 008C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Eastfield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Eastfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

11 planning applications found near Eastfield.

26/002478/HHFUL - 5 Park Lane Eastfield Peterborough PE1 5JH
Erection of out-building (part-retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Householder (Full) | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-07-03
- 215 Broadway Peterborough PE1 4DS
T2 Beech: Crown raise over drive and house side to 6m, reduce back from house by circa 2m. To allow light into understory and property by removal of small secondary branches only
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-06-25
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- 61, Park Lane, Peterborough, PE1 5JH
Erection of timber outbuilding (foundations commenced) for use as a Dog Kennels for up to 6no. dogs - Part retrospective
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-06-22
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26/002355/FUL - 106, Star Road, Peterborough
Change of use from dwelling (C3) to teaching classes (F1(a)) in relation to exis
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Application (Full) | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-05-13
26/002264/FUL - 8, Royce Road, Peterborough, PE1 5YB
Proposed two vehicular crossings
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Application (Full) | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-04-23
- 2, De Bec Close, Peterborough, PE1 5HB
Proposed change of use from residential dwelling (use class C3) to childrens care home (use class C2)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-03-26
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- 1 Silver Tyres, Burton Street, Peterborough, PE1 5HA
Proposed demolition of a partially dilapidated tyre store and the construction of an extension to create a new MOT testing bay area.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-03-12
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- Shell Fengate Carr Road Fengate Peterborough PE1 5YA
Installation of a freestanding digital LED 48-sheet advertisement
Status: Rejected | Type: Advertising | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2025-10-17
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- Broadleigh Nursing Home 213 Broadway Peterborough PE1 4DS
T.1 Acacia - lift the lower canopy by removing the branches over the gutter and roofline to give a 2m clearance of the fabric of the building and undertake a tip reduction on the care home side (west)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2025-04-29
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- Broadway Gardens Peterborough
(T162620) Beech tree pollard with heavy crown reduction by approx 50%. to leave tree 8-10m approx dependant on growth points and (T162616) Beech tree pollard with heavy reduction by approx 40%. to lea
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2024-12-06
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- 1A Broadway Gardens Peterborough PE1 4DU
(162680) Silver Birch to be removed due to decline
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2024-11-08
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A brief summary of Eastfield in Cambridgeshire

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

Eastfield has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: City Centre, Peterborough, The Park, Peterborough. 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 Eastfield includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Nene Washes SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Nene Washes; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Nene Washes. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Eastfield 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.

Planning Activity in Eastfield

In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Eastfield. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Eastfield.

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Eastfield were full planning applications (19), tree works (16), discharge of conditions (6). Full planning applications account for 32% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 45 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 21 applications
Refused: 1 application
Withdrawn: 2 applications
Awaiting decision: 36 applications

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