How long do planning decisions take near Elton?

The average planning decision time near Elton 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 Elton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Elton?

The most common type of planning application near Elton is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Elton, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Elton, Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · settlement

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

About Elton

Elton is a quaint village and civil parish located in Huntingdonshire, Cambridgeshire, approximately 7 miles southwest of Peterborough. Situated along the B671 road, it features notable landmarks such as Elton Hall and the nearby hamlet of Over End, which lies just a mile to the south. This charming area may present various opportunities for planning applications, given its rich historical context and strategic location.

Population: 691 (2021)

District: Huntingdonshire

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Area Information

Admin district: North Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Corby and East Northamptonshire
LSOA: North Northamptonshire 010F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Elton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Elton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Elton.

- 16 Middle Street Elton Peterborough PE8 6RA
Eucalyptus- height 18m crown spread 10m- dismantle to ground level.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-05-06
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- All Saints Church School Lane Elton
- Reduce Ash Tree T1 by 4-5m, reduce sides by approximately 1m and crown raise to approx 4m
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-04-20
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- 15 Overend Elton Peterborough PE8 6RU
New external door following removal of window. Creation of external steps.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-04-09
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- 4 Duck Street Elton Peterborough PE8 6RQ
T1 - Portugal Laurel - Fell. T2 - Flowering Cherry - Fell. T3 - Viburnam - Trim and Reduce. T4 - Flowering Cherry - Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-02-20
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- 4 Duck Street Elton Peterborough PE8 6RQ
5 DAY NOTICE - Removal of unstable tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2025-08-06
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- 15 Chapel Lane Elton Peterborough PE8 6RE
Discharge of Condition 5 (Pantile Details) and 6 (Rooflight Details) of 24/01297/HHFUL.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2025-04-29
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- Olde Granary Middle Street Elton Peterborough PE8 6RA
T1 conifers - approx 5m in height canopy span 3m , fell to ground level due to their location please see attached pictures T2 Eucalyptus - approx 20m in height , crown span of 12m , reduce by 2m retai
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-10-17
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A brief summary of Elton in Cambridgeshire

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

Elton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Elton. 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.

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Planning Activity in Elton

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Elton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

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

At 62 days on average, decisions near Elton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Elton were tree works (5), full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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