How long do planning decisions take near Abbotsley?

The average planning decision time near Abbotsley is 16 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 Abbotsley?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Abbotsley?

The most common type of planning application near Abbotsley is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Abbotsley?

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Abbotsley, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Abbotsley, Cambridgeshire.

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About Abbotsley

Abbotsley is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Huntingdonshire district of Cambridgeshire, England, approximately three miles from St Neots and 14 miles from Cambridge. The village has seen fluctuations in its population, with 425 residents recorded in the 2001 census, increasing to 446 in 2011, before slightly declining to 420 by the 2021 census. This small community offers a unique setting for potential planning applications, reflecting both its rural charm and proximity to larger towns.

Population: 577 (2021)

District: Huntingdonshire

Website: https://sites.google.com/site/abbotsleycambs//home

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £305,880 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Huntingdonshire
Parliamentary constituency: St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire
LSOA: Huntingdonshire 019C

Crime Statistics

3 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

burglary: 1
other-theft: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Abbotsley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Abbotsley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Abbotsley.

- 22 Blacksmiths Lane Abbotsley St Neots PE19 6UG
T1 Field Maple - crown reduction by 1m to previous running points
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2025-07-10
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- 3 Grange Farm Close Abbotsley St Neots PE19 6XA
T1 - Medium Ash front garden - Reduce by 1m past original points to create a smaller more compact size and shape for location. T2 - Small Rowan front garden - Reduce height and spread by approximately
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-11-30
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- Church Farm Blacksmiths Lane Abbotsley St Neots PE19 6UG
T1 - Medium Field Maple - Reduce to a 5m stem to allow more light into next door garden. G1 - Two Ivy Covered Hawthorns - Reduce height by 4m to allow better light penetration to next door. T2 - Field
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-11-30
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- Land Adjacent To The Old Plough High Green Abbotsley
Discharge of condition 10 (Archaeology) of 22/00625/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-11-13
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- 58 High Street Abbotsley St Neots PE19 6UE
T1: Field Maple overhanging shed: crown lift to 5m clear roof by 2m. T2: Ash on front boundary: pollard to approx. 5m. G1: Line of Ash on side boundary: re-pollard to approx. 7m (as advised by propert
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-11-03
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- 19 St Neots Road Abbotsley St Neots PE19 6UU
T2 - Eucalyptus - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-08-09
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- 19 St Neots Road Abbotsley St Neots PE19 6UU
DD. 1x Eucalyptus - Remove.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-07-19
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- 27 St Neots Road Abbotsley St Neots PE19 6UU
Construction of a new dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-05-26
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A brief summary of Abbotsley in Cambridgeshire

Property prices in Abbotsley show an average sale price of £305,880, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Abbotsley is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Abbotsley has one conservation area within its boundaries: Abbotsley. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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, Abbotsley planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://sites.google.com/site/abbotsleycambs//home. 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 Abbotsley

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Abbotsley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 16 days.

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

The average decision time of 16 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Abbotsley were tree works (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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