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Planning in Maxey

Approved
90%
43 of 47 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Maxey in the last 24 months, from Peterborough City Council's planning register.

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About Maxey

Maxey is a village situated within the Peterborough unitary authority in Cambridgeshire, England. Nestled between Peterborough and Stamford, and southwest of The Deepings, Maxey boasts a close-knit community of nearly 700 residents. This location may present various opportunities for planning applications, making it an area of interest for developers and stakeholders. The settlement has a population of approximately 692 (2021 estimate). It sits within the City of Peterborough district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Maxey area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Maxey a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Maxey planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Maxey, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 61 planning applications were submitted near Maxey. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were tree works (32), full planning applications (12), listed building and heritage (6).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Maxey?
In the last 24 months, 61 planning applications were submitted near Maxey. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Maxey?
The average planning decision time near Maxey is 46 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 Maxey?
The planning approval rate near Maxey is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Maxey?
The most common type of planning application near Maxey is tree works applications, with 32 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Maxey?
You can search and track planning applications near Maxey on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.