Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Wisbech, Cambridgeshire.
Cambridgeshire · England · Town
Planning applications in Wisbech are administered by Fenland District Council. View the full Fenland District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Wisbech
Wisbech is a market town and civil parish located in the Fenland district of Cambridgeshire, England, with a population of 31,573 as of 2011. Situated in the far north-east of the county, it borders Norfolk and is just 5 miles south of Lincolnshire. Known as "the Capital of The Fens," Wisbech features the tidal River Nene, which is crossed by two road bridges, making it a significant point for planning applications related to transportation and development in the area.
Population: 24,797 (2021) · Area: 18.7 km²
District: Fenland
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £255,379 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Fenland
- Parliamentary constituency: North East Cambridgeshire
- LSOA: Fenland 001D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Wisbech.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wisbech.
- 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 Wisbech based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
41 planning applications found near Wisbech.
- - 1 Bowthorpe Hall Gardens Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 2HF
Works to 1 x Acacia tree within a conservation area
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Fenland | Date: 2026-06-17
View full details - - Nene Filling Station 2 - 6 Lynn Road Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 3DJ
Display of 2 x 2.4m high internally illuminated freestanding double-sided advertisement displays
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Fenland | Date: 2026-06-16
View full details - - 28 Market Place Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 1DQ
Change of use from Class E (c) financial and professional service use to Sui Generis adult gaming centre use
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Fenland | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 48 Queens Road Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 2PQ
Erect a 1.4m (max height) fence with 1.55m (max height) brick pillars to the front and northern boundary, including 2 no. 1.7m (max height) entrance gates with 1.85m (max height) brick pillars to the
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Fenland | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - Cedar Manor 20 Tavistock Road Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 2DY
Works to x2 sycamore trees covered by TPO 03/1996
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Fenland | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - 12 Prince Street Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 2AY
Details reserved by condition 2 (materials) of Planning permission F/YR25/0895/F (Erect 2 x dwellings involving demolition of existing dwelling)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Fenland | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - - 30 Horsefair Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 1AR
Installation of an InPost Locker (retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Fenland | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - Nene Filling Station 2 - 6 Lynn Road Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 3DJ
Installation of an InPost Locker (retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Fenland | Date: 2026-01-14
View full details - - South Of 16 Horsefair Accessed From Hill Street Wisbech Cambridgeshire
Installation of an InPost Locker (retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Fenland | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - 154 Norwich Road Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 3TA
Formation of a dropped kerb to existing dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Fenland | Date: 2025-12-10
View full details - - East Of Bus Station Horsefair Wisbech Cambridgeshire
Installation of an Amazon click and collect locker (retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Fenland | Date: 2025-12-09
View full details - - 98 Norfolk Street Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 2LD
Installation of external shutters to existing shop front (retrospective)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Fenland | Date: 2025-11-03
View full details - - Glennfield Care Centre Money Bank Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 2JF
Fell 3 x Maple Trees covered by TPO 01/1993
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Fenland | Date: 2025-10-29
View full details - - 20 - 26 Hill Street Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 1BA
Internal and external works to a listed building to 2 x retail units at ground floor level, with 2 x dwellings above (1 x flat and 1 x maisonette)
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Fenland | Date: 2025-10-08
View full details - - Cedar Manor 20 Tavistock Road Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 2DY
Works to 1 x Sycamore tree within a conservation area
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Fenland | Date: 2025-09-04
View full details - - Cedar Manor 20 Tavistock Road Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 2DY
Works to 1 x Sycamore tree covered by TPO 3/1996
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Fenland | Date: 2025-09-04
View full details - - 13 Tavistock Road Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 2DY
Works to 2 x Yew trees and 1x Holly tree within a conservation area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Fenland | Date: 2025-08-14
View full details - - 37 Market Place Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 1DP
Display of 2 x non-illuminated signs: 1 x fascia sign, 1 x double sided hanging sign
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Fenland | Date: 2025-05-28
View full details - - 3 School Lane Wisbech Cambridgeshire PE13 1AW
Internal and external works to a listed building, including the installation of a bathroom and replace a 2nd floor window
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Fenland | Date: 2025-02-03
View full details - - Medworth Efw Chp Facility Algores Way Wisbech Cambridgeshire
Application to discharge Requirement 6 of the Medworth EfW CHP DCO; Biodiversity Net Gain Strategy
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-02-03
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A brief summary of Wisbech in Cambridgeshire
Wisbech is a market town and civil parish located in the Fenland district of Cambridgeshire, England, with a population of 31,573 as of 2011. Situated in the far north-east of the county, it borders Norfolk and is just 5 miles south of Lincolnshire. Known as "the Capital of The Fens," Wisbech features the tidal River Nene, which is crossed by two road bridges, making it a significant point for planning applications related to transportation and development in the area. The Town has a population of approximately 24,797 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Fenland district.
Wisbech covers an area of approximately 18.7 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Wisbech show an average sale price of £255,379, 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 Wisbech a particularly low-crime area.
Wisbech has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bowthorpe, Wisbech. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wisbech 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 Wisbech
In the last 24 months, 53 planning applications were submitted near Wisbech. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Wisbech.
The average decision period of 80 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Wisbech were full planning applications (21), tree works (15), discharge of conditions (6). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 3 medium-scale applications, 48 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 33 applications
- Refused: 4 applications
- Awaiting decision: 16 applications
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