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Planning in Orton Brimbles

Approved
86%
32 of 34 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Orton Brimbles

Orton Brimbles is a suburban area within the City of Peterborough in Cambridgeshire, England, situated approximately 3 miles southwest of the city centre, along the south bank of the River Nene. With its strategic location on the A1 route, Orton Brimbles presents various opportunities for planning applications, particularly in residential and commercial developments.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Orton Brimbles 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 Orton Brimbles a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Orton Brimbles has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Orton Brimbles 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 Orton Brimbles, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near Orton Brimbles. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were tree works (13), full planning applications (6), outline applications (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Orton Brimbles?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Orton Brimbles. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Orton Brimbles?
The average planning decision time near Orton Brimbles is 49 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 Orton Brimbles?
The planning approval rate near Orton Brimbles is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Orton Brimbles?
The most common type of planning application near Orton Brimbles is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Orton Brimbles?
You can search and track planning applications near Orton Brimbles on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.