How long do planning decisions take near Orton Malborne?

The average planning decision time near Orton Malborne is 42 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 Malborne?

The planning approval rate near Orton Malborne is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Orton Malborne?

The most common type of planning application near Orton Malborne is discharge of conditions, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Orton Malborne?

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Orton Malborne, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Orton Malborne, Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Orton Malborne are administered by Fenland District Council. View the full Fenland District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Orton Malborne

Orton Malborne is a suburb located approximately 3 miles southwest of Peterborough city centre in Cambridgeshire, England. Nestled along the south bank of the River Nene and situated on the route of the A1, it offers a blend of residential and commercial opportunities, making it an important area for planning applications and development in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Fenland
Parliamentary constituency: North East Cambridgeshire
LSOA: Fenland 006C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Orton Malborne.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Orton Malborne based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Orton Malborne.

- The Serpentine Green Shopping Centre, The Serpentine, Peterborough
Consent for the display of two freestanding, non-illuminated 2m totem signs to advertise the presence of the InstaVolt EV charging site.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-07-09
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- 130 Medeswell Orton Malborne Peterborough PE2 5PD
Single storey pitched roof rear extension Maximum length from original rear wall: 3.93m Maximum height: 3.74m (to eaves: 2.68m)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-01-17
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- 41 Alder Road Hampton Hargate Peterborough PE7 8BU
Install a garden room 6m wide x 3m depth x 2.4m high using studs to secure the mobile aluminium frame
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2025-05-15
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A brief summary of Orton Malborne in Cambridgeshire

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

Orton Malborne has one conservation area within its boundaries: Orton Longueville, Peterborough. 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 Orton Malborne includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Orton Pit SSSI; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Orton Pit. 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 Orton Malborne

In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Orton Malborne. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Orton Malborne.

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Orton Malborne were discharge of conditions (11), full planning applications (3), outline applications (3).

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