How long do planning decisions take near Gunthorpe?

The average planning decision time near Gunthorpe is 47 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 Gunthorpe?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Gunthorpe?

The most common type of planning application near Gunthorpe is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gunthorpe?

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Gunthorpe, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gunthorpe, Cambridgeshire.

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

About Gunthorpe

Gunthorpe is a residential area situated within the city of Peterborough, Cambridgeshire. Since 2015, it has been designated as its own ward under the jurisdiction of Peterborough City Council, which also includes parts of South Werrington. This designation may influence local planning applications and community development initiatives in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £298,653 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Peterborough
Parliamentary constituency: Peterborough
LSOA: Peterborough 010E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gunthorpe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gunthorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Gunthorpe.

26/002557/HHFUL - 257 Fulbridge Road Walton Peterborough PE4 6SL
Single storey rear extension with internal refurbishments and external cladding
Status: Undecided | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-07-08
- 257 Fulbridge Road Walton Peterborough PE4 6SL
Single storey rear extension with internal refurbishments and external cladding to existing main house, partial demolition of front garden wall and alternations to front garden to create permeable har
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-07-03
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26/002450/FUL - 28 Hallfields Lane Gunthorpe Peterborough PE4 7YH
Extension of roof space
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Application (Full) | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-06-04
- 3, Ihlee Close, Peterborough, PE4 6BE
Walnut Tree - Reduce by 2m to previous pruning points (89/00025/TPO)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-03-27
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- The Old John Clare Hallfields Lane Gunthorpe Peterborough PE4 7YH
Part discharge of condition C3 (foul and surface water drainage) to planning permission 23/00577/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-03-13
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- 11 Kennet Gardens Paston Peterborough PE4 7XS
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-01-29
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- The Old John Clare Hallfields Lane Gunthorpe Peterborough PE4 7YH
Discharge of condition C5 (fire hydrant scheme) pursuant to planning permission 23/00577/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-01-26
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- 99 Gunthorpe Road Gunthorpe Peterborough PE4 7TS
Demolition of existing conservatory, 3.30m rear extension and new rear roof dormer
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2025-09-23
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- 20 Holmes Way Paston Peterborough PE4 7XZ
Extension to the existing garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2023-06-16
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A brief summary of Gunthorpe in Cambridgeshire

Property prices in Gunthorpe show an average sale price of £298,653, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Gunthorpe has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Werrington, GNR Cottages, 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.

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Planning Activity in Gunthorpe

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Gunthorpe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

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

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Gunthorpe were full planning applications (13), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 54% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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