How long do planning decisions take near Water Newton?

The average planning decision time near Water Newton is 21 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 Water Newton?

The planning approval rate near Water Newton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Water Newton?

The most common type of planning application near Water Newton is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Water Newton?

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Water Newton, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Water Newton, Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Water Newton are administered by Huntingdonshire District Council. View the full Huntingdonshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Water Newton

Water Newton is a quaint village and civil parish located in Cambridgeshire, England, approximately 5 miles west of Peterborough. Nestled within the Huntingdonshire district, this historic area had a population of just 88 residents as of the 2011 Census, and is part of the civil parish of Chesterton. For those researching planning applications, Water Newton offers a unique glimpse into rural development within a small community.

Population: 77 (2021)

District: Huntingdonshire

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Area Information

Admin district: North Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Corby and East Northamptonshire
LSOA: North Northamptonshire 010B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Water Newton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Water Newton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Water Newton.

- 4 Old North Road Water Newton Peterborough PE8 6LU
S1 Sycamore - remove to ground level, A1 and A2 Apple - reduce by 1.5m and crown thin of 10%, P1 and P2 Plum - reduce by 1m and crown thin of 10%
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2025-09-04
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- The Mill Mill Lane Water Newton Peterborough PE8 6LY
Cherry Blossom - Prune by 1m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-07-18
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A brief summary of Water Newton in Cambridgeshire

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

Water Newton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Water Newton, Sutton. 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.

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Planning Activity in Water Newton

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Water Newton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 21 days.

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

The average decision time of 21 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Water Newton were tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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