How long do planning decisions take near Peterborough?

The average planning decision time near Peterborough is 48 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 Peterborough?

The planning approval rate near Peterborough is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Peterborough?

The most common type of planning application near Peterborough is full planning applications, with 32 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Peterborough?

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Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Peterborough, Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · City

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

About Peterborough

Peterborough, a cathedral city located in the City of Peterborough district of Cambridgeshire, England, is situated 74 miles north of London along the River Nene. With a population of 192,178 as of the 2021 census, the city plays a vital role in the region, offering diverse opportunities for planning and development within its growing community.

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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 013F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Peterborough based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

46 planning applications found near Peterborough.

- 1-12 The Pantiles, All Saints Road, Peterborough
Replacement of front entrance doors including changing material from timber panelled doors with single glazing to aluminium frames and doors with GRP infill panels and double glazing
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-07-08
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- Churchgate New Road Peterborough
Conversion from Class E office/commercial use to Class C3 residential use
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-07-07
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26/002535/CTR - 215 Broadway Peterborough PE1 4DS
T2 Beech: Crown raise over drive and house side to 6m, reduce back from house by
Status: Undecided | Type: Conservation Area Trees Notification | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-06-30
- 130, LODGE HOTEL, Lincoln Road, Peterborough, PE1 2NR
Change of use from a hotel (Class C1) to 6no. bedroom supported living/Care home for adults (Class C2)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-06-17
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- 30, Regency House, Princes Gate, Peterborough
Installation of a new raised section of balustrade to existing balconies - 12no standard and 7no juliette type balconies
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-06-09
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26/002414/FUL - 102 - 106 Eastfield Road Eastfield Peterborough
Change of use of existing ground floor extension from class E (formerly D1) to s
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Application (Full) | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-06-03
26/002423/FUL - 64 Broadway Peterborough PE1 1SU
Change of use of chiropractic clinic (Class E(e)) to a 5no. bedroom House in Mul
Status: Undecided | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-05-29
26/002402/DISCHG - Willow Cafe, Central Park, Park Crescent, Peterborough PE1 4DX
26/001996/FUL Submission of details required by conditions C2 (Events Schedule),
Status: Undecided | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-05-22
26/002282/FUL - 1-74, Lincoln Gate, Lincoln Road, Peterborough, PE1 2RD
Erection of a replacement fence - part retrospective
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Application (Full) | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-05-20
26/002391/CTR - Central Park, Park Crescent, Peterborough
Lime (Sgl/14348) and Sycamore (Sgl/14344) - 25% end weight reduction in their lo
Status: Undecided | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-05-19
- Central Park, Park Crescent, Peterborough
Lime (Sgl/14348) and Sycamore (Sgl/14344) - 25% end weight reduction in their lower limbs, for providing clearance away from Central Park's aviery
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-05-19
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- Willow Cafe, Central Park, Park Crescent, Peterborough PE1 4DX
26/001996/FUL Submission of details required by conditions C2 (Events Schedule), C3 (Events timetable), C4 (noise assessment and management plan) and C5 (equipment)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-05-19
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26/002400/FUL - 172 Park Road, Peterborough, PE1 2UF
Extension of ground floor office 2.4m x 8.8m
Status: Undecided | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-05-19
- 172 Park Road, Peterborough, PE1 2UF
Extension of ground floor office 2.4m x 8.8m
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-05-19
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- 205 Broadway Peterborough PE1 4DS
Elder/Ivy tree - Fell as blocking and restricting evacuation route from fire exit
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-05-18
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26/002371/FUL - 2 Burghley Road, Peterborough, PE1 2QB
Single storey rear extension in-fill and 3no. bedroom HMO at first floor level
Status: Undecided | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-05-18
26/002383/CTR - 205 Broadway Peterborough PE1 4DS
Elder/Ivy tree - Fell as blocking and restricting evacuation route from fire ex
Status: Undecided | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-05-18
26/002358/CLE - 7 Church Walk Peterborough PE1 2TP
Existing use as C4 (HMO)
Status: Undecided | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (Existing) | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-05-13
26/002218/FUL - 27 Lincoln Road Peterborough PE1 2RH
Change of use from beauty Parlour to create a Fast food takeaway Restaurant on
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Application (Full) | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-05-07
- 42B Broadway, Peterborough, PE1 1RS
Removal of existing polycarbonate roof dome and infill of roof void with continuation of existing first floor flat roof
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Peterborough | Date: 2026-05-01
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A brief summary of Peterborough in Cambridgeshire

Property prices in Peterborough 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 Peterborough a particularly low-crime area.

Peterborough has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: City Centre, Peterborough, The Park, 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Peterborough includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Nene Washes SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Nene Washes; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Nene Washes. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Peterborough 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.

Planning Activity in Peterborough

In the last 24 months, 143 planning applications were submitted near Peterborough. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

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

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Peterborough were full planning applications (32), tree works (25), discharge of conditions (16). Full planning applications account for 22% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 6 medium-scale applications, 96 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 39 applications
Refused: 0 applications
Withdrawn: 2 applications
Awaiting decision: 102 applications

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