Folksworth, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Folksworth, Cambridgeshire.
Cambridgeshire · England · settlement
About Folksworth
Folksworth is a village located in the parish of Folksworth and Washingley, approximately 5 miles south-west of Peterborough, just off the A1(M) in Huntingdonshire, Cambridgeshire. Historically a civil parish, it had a population of 120 in 1931, and remains a quaint community within this non-metropolitan district of England. For those researching planning applications, Folksworth's proximity to major transport routes and its historical significance may present unique opportunities and considerations.
Population: 121 (1931)
District: Folksworth and Washingley
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Area Information
- Admin district: Peterborough
- Parliamentary constituency: North West Cambridgeshire
- LSOA: Peterborough 023F
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Folksworth.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Folksworth.
- 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 Folksworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Folksworth.
- - Beech House 12 Manor Road Folksworth Peterborough PE7 3SU
Beech. Reduce by 3m.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-05-04
View full details - - 23C Manor Road Folksworth Peterborough PE7 3SU
Erection of two storey rear extension and single storey link to existing rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - Ulmus Washingley Lane Washingley Peterborough PE7 3SL
Lawful development certificate to make breach of condition 2 (occupation of property "be limited to a person solely or mainly employed, or last employed, in the locality in agriculture....or forestry"
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-02-04
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A brief summary of Folksworth in Cambridgeshire
Folksworth is a village located in the parish of Folksworth and Washingley, approximately 5 miles south-west of Peterborough, just off the A1(M) in Huntingdonshire, Cambridgeshire. Historically a civil parish, it had a population of 120 in 1931, and remains a quaint community within this non-metropolitan district of England. For those researching planning applications, Folksworth's proximity to major transport routes and its historical significance may present unique opportunities and considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 121 (1931 estimate). It sits within the Folksworth and Washingley district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Folksworth a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Folksworth includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Folksworth
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Folksworth.
The most common application types near Folksworth were full planning applications (2), tree works (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.