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23 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Elm · updated daily · Fenland District Council

Only 6 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 23 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Planning in Elm

Approved
96%
25 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Elm in the last 24 months, from Fenland District Council's planning register.

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Around Elm

Postcode districts

PE14 191 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Fenland District Council

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About Elm

Elm is a village and civil parish located in the Fenland District of Cambridgeshire, England. Historically known as Helle in the Domesday Book, Elm offers a rich context for planning applications, reflecting its development and growth in a rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,028 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Fenland district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Elm 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 (May 2026). This makes Elm a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Elm, 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, 33 planning applications were submitted near Elm. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (6), tree works (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Elm?
In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Elm. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Elm?
The average planning decision time near Elm is 62 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 Elm?
The planning approval rate near Elm is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Elm?
The most common type of planning application near Elm is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Elm?
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