How long do planning decisions take near Marholm?

The average planning decision time near Marholm is 39 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 Marholm?

The planning approval rate near Marholm is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Marholm?

The most common type of planning application near Marholm is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Marholm?

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Marholm, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Marholm, Cambridgeshire.

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About Marholm

Marholm is a village and civil parish located in the Peterborough district of Cambridgeshire, England, approximately one mile west of Peterborough and near the historic Milton Hall, the seat of the Fitzwilliam family. Spanning about 1,400 acres, the village is centrally positioned within the parish and falls under the Northborough ward in the North West Cambridgeshire constituency, making it a relevant area for planning applications and local development initiatives.

Population: 146 (2021)

District: City of Peterborough

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £282,863 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Kesteven
Parliamentary constituency: South Holland and The Deepings
LSOA: South Kesteven 014C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Marholm.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Marholm based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Marholm.

- 3 Staxton Close Marholm Peterborough PE6 7GB
T1 ) Reduce shared boundary tree in the front garden between no.3 and no.2. Reduce height by approximately 1.8 metres and then balance the sides. Approximately half a metre off the shared driveway sid
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-03-13
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- 4 Staxton Close Marholm Peterborough PE6 7GB
Remove Lombardy poplars and replant with suitable native species
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2025-10-28
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- Rectory House Castor Road Marholm Peterborough PE6 7JA
Fig - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2025-10-08
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- Grey Gables Castor Road Marholm Peterborough PE6 7JA
Shape and reduce yew tree (green) by upto 4m
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2025-10-01
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- 1 Church Walk Marholm Peterborough PE6 7HZ
(T1) Elderberry bush fell to ground level and eco plug the base and (T2) Willow re-pollard back to previous cuts
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2024-07-10
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- 2 Church Walk Marholm Peterborough PE6 7HZ
(T1) Magnolia reduce height and spread by 1.5m back to previous cuts
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2024-07-10
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- 1 Woodcroft Road Marholm Peterborough PE6 7HU
(T1) Cherry tree fell to ground level
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2024-07-10
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A brief summary of Marholm in Cambridgeshire

Property prices in Marholm show an average sale price of £282,863, 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 Marholm a particularly low-crime area.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Marholm includes 12 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 Marholm

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Marholm. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Marholm.

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Marholm were tree works (7). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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