Fenland 50 - Local Plan Scoping Consultation Survey

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We’re starting work on Fenland’s new Local Plan (Fenland 50), looking ahead to 2050. This short survey asks what matters most to you and what evidence we should use. It should take around 8–10 minutes.

Most questions are multiple choice to help us analyse responses.

Please note: This survey does not automatically collect any personal data, such as your email address, and you are not required to provide any information that could identify you or anyone else. Some questions include open-ended text boxes; please avoid entering any details that could identify anyone. All responses will be reviewed, and any information we consider to be personal data will be removed. We will not publish anything that could identify you. If you have any questions, please contact: foi@fenland.gov.uk

ABOUT YOU

Which best describes you? (Select all that apply)

I live in Fenland

I work in Fenland

I run a business in Fenland

I own or manage land in Fenland

I represent a community group or organisation

Other (please specify)

What is your age group?

Under 16

16–24

25–44

45–64

65–74

75+

Prefer not to say

Which of the following best describes your current housing situation?

I own my home

I rent privately

I rent from a housing association or council

I live with family or friends

I am looking for a home in Fenland

Prefer not to say

Which best describes your current employment status?

Employed full-time

Employed part-time

Self-employed

Run a business

Unemployed and seeking work

Retired

Student

Prefer not to say

YOUR AREA

Where in Fenland do you live, work, or have an interest? (Select all that apply)

Wisbech

March

Whittlesey

Chatteris

The wider rural area

I don't have a specific local area

A Fenland village (please name below)

This is required

WHAT MATTERS TO YOU WHEN PLANNING FOR NEW DEVELOPMENT

How important are Fenland’s historic buildings and heritage?

Very important

Important

Neutral

Not very important

Not important at all

How important is the local character of towns and villages?

Very important

Important

Neutral

Not very important

Not important at all

How important is protecting the open countryside and landscapes?

Very important

Important

Neutral

Not very important

Not important at all

How important is wildlife and biodiversity?

Very important

Important

Neutral

Not very important

Not important at all

How important are parks, green spaces and waterways?

Very important

Important

Neutral

Not very important

Not important at all

How important is managing flood risk and water responsibly?

Very important

Important

Neutral

Not very important

Not important at all

How important is it that new development meets high design standards?

Very important

Important

Neutral

Not very important

Not important at all

HOMES, JOBS AND THE ECONOMY

Which types of homes do you think are most needed in Fenland? (Select up to three)

Homes for first-time buyers

Homes for rent

Homes for families

Homes for older people

Smaller homes

Larger homes

Specialist or supported housing

Unsure

Other (please specify):

This is required

PLACES AND INFRASTRUCTURE

How important is it that new development is supported by infrastructure such as roads, schools, healthcare and utilities?

Very important

Important

Neutral

Not very important

Not important at all

Do you think development should be focused in certain places rather than spread evenly across Fenland?

Yes - focus growth in our market towns

Yes - focus growth in our market towns and larger villages with more services

Yes - focus growth near existing services and transport

No - development should be more evenly spread

Unsure

What do you value most about living in, working in, or visiting Fenland? (Please avoid including any information that could identify you or anyone else.)

What do you think are the biggest challenges facing Fenland over the next 25 years? (Please avoid including any information that could identify you or anyone else.)

What do you think are the biggest opportunities facing Fenland over the next 25 years? (Please avoid including any information that could identify you or anyone else.)

Thinking about Fenland in 2050, which statement best reflects your view?

Fenland should embrace growth to support jobs, services and opportunities for future generations

Fenland should support growth where it brings clear local benefits

Fenland should grow and change, but carefully and at a modest pace

Fenland should limit growth to protect its character and environment

I do not have a strong view

To what extent do you support the following vision for Fenland’s future?

Plan for a future that works for Fenland — providing homes people can afford, jobs people want, and places people are proud of; backing farming, agri-tech and advanced manufacturing; improving connections within Fenland and to education, health and work opportunities beyond the district; strengthening how our towns and villages function, with the right services in the right places; managing water responsibly; and using opportunities like the Fens Reservoir to raise standards of design and environmental quality for the benefit of current and future generations.

Strongly support

Support

Neither support nor oppose

Oppose

Strongly oppose

GETTING INVOLVED

We want to make it easier for people to get involved in preparing Fenland 50. The questions in this section ask how you would like to hear about the Local Plan, how you prefer to share your views, and what makes it harder to take part. Your answers will help us understand what works best for different people and communities across Fenland.

How would you prefer to be kept informed about Fenland 50? (Select up to three)

Council website

Email updates/newsletters

Social media

Local newspapers

Public events or drop in sessions

By post

How would you share your views as the Local Plan develops? (Select up to three)

Online surveys

Written comments online or by post

Public meetings, workshops or drop in events

Virtual meetings

Through a local group or organisation

I do not plan to take part beyond this survey

Are there any barriers that make it harder for you to take part in planning consultations? (Select all that apply)

Lack of time

Information is too technical or hard to understand

Meetings are held at inconvenient times

Difficulty accessing online information

Transport or mobility issues

Language or accessibility needs

I do not usually feel my views make a difference

No barriers for me

Other (please specify):

This is required

What would make it easier for you to get involved in future Local Plan consultations? (Select up to two)

Clearer and simpler information

Shorter surveys and documents

More local or village-based events

Online options instead of in-person events

Better notice of consultations

Feedback showing how views have been used

Other (please specify):

This is required

Is there anything else you'd like us to know about how you would like to be involved? (Please avoid including any information that could identify you or anyone else.)

Fenland 50 - Local Plan Scoping Consultation Survey

Which best describes you? (Select all that apply)

What is your age group?

Which of the following best describes your current housing situation?

Which best describes your current employment status?

Where in Fenland do you live, work, or have an interest? (Select all that apply)

How important are Fenland’s historic buildings and heritage?

How important is the local character of towns and villages?

How important is protecting the open countryside and landscapes?

How important is wildlife and biodiversity?

How important are parks, green spaces and waterways?

How important is managing flood risk and water responsibly?

How important is it that new development meets high design standards?

Which types of homes do you think are most needed in Fenland? (Select up to three)

Which sectors do you think are particularly important for Fenland's future? (Select up to three)

How important is it that new development is supported by infrastructure such as roads, schools, healthcare and utilities?

Do you think development should be focused in certain places rather than spread evenly across Fenland?

What do you value most about living in, working in, or visiting Fenland? (Please avoid including any information that could identify you or anyone else.)

What do you think are the biggest challenges facing Fenland over the next 25 years? (Please avoid including any information that could identify you or anyone else.)

What do you think are the biggest opportunities facing Fenland over the next 25 years? (Please avoid including any information that could identify you or anyone else.)

Thinking about Fenland in 2050, which statement best reflects your view?

How would you prefer to be kept informed about Fenland 50? (Select up to three)

How would you share your views as the Local Plan develops? (Select up to three)

Are there any barriers that make it harder for you to take part in planning consultations? (Select all that apply)

What would make it easier for you to get involved in future Local Plan consultations? (Select up to two)

Is there anything else you'd like us to know about how you would like to be involved? (Please avoid including any information that could identify you or anyone else.)