How long do planning decisions take near Farcet?

The average planning decision time near Farcet is 54 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 Farcet?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Farcet?

The most common type of planning application near Farcet is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Farcet?

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Farcet, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Farcet, Cambridgeshire.

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About Farcet

Farcet is a village and civil parish located in Cambridgeshire, England, approximately 2 miles south of Peterborough city centre. Nestled between Yaxley and the suburb of Old Fletton, Farcet is part of the Huntingdonshire district, offering a blend of rural charm and proximity to urban amenities. This location may present various opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area.

Population: 1,793 (2021)

District: Huntingdonshire

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Area Information

Admin district: Fenland
Parliamentary constituency: North East Cambridgeshire
LSOA: Fenland 006A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Farcet.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Farcet based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Farcet.

- Adjacent 9 Cross Street Farcet
Application to discharge S106 obligations 1.1 (Affordable Housing Scheme) and 3.1 (Green Space Land plan) of planning application 23/02383/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-01-26
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- Adjacent 9 Cross Street Farcet
Discharge of condition 28 (lighting) of 23/02383/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-01-26
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- 30 St Marys Street Farcet Peterborough PE7 3AR
Retrospective application for erection of single storey rear extension and works to boundary treatment
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2024-05-17
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- 32 Peterborough Road Farcet Peterborough PE7 3BH
To drop pavement for access to driveway
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-08-18
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A brief summary of Farcet in Cambridgeshire

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

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Planning Activity in Farcet

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Farcet. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

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

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Farcet were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

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