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Planning in Southorpe

Approved
85%
22 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Southorpe

Southorpe is a small civil parish in Cambridgeshire, England, now situated within the Peterborough unitary authority area, though historically linked to the Soke of Peterborough and Northamptonshire. It falls under the Barnack ward for electoral purposes in the North West Cambridgeshire constituency. With a population of 145 as of 2021, Southorpe is in close proximity to the town of Stamford in Lincolnshire, making it a quaint and strategic location for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 145 (2021 estimate). It sits within the City of Peterborough district.

Property prices in Southorpe show an average sale price of £474,520, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Southorpe 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 Southorpe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Southorpe has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Southorpe, 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, 35 planning applications were submitted near Southorpe. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were tree works (14), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Southorpe?
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Southorpe. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Southorpe?
The average planning decision time near Southorpe is 54 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 Southorpe?
The planning approval rate near Southorpe is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Southorpe?
The most common type of planning application near Southorpe is tree works applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Southorpe?
You can search and track planning applications near Southorpe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.