How long do planning decisions take near Alconbury?

The average planning decision time near Alconbury is 60 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 Alconbury?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Alconbury?

The most common type of planning application near Alconbury is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Alconbury?

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Alconbury, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Alconbury, Cambridgeshire.

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About Alconbury

Alconbury is a village and civil parish located in the Huntingdonshire district of Cambridgeshire, England. Situated about 5 miles (8 km) north-west of Huntingdon, this historic area offers a blend of rural charm and potential for development, making it a relevant site for planning applications.

Population: 1,464 (2021)

District: Huntingdonshire

Website: http://www.alconburyparishcouncil.gov.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £355,550 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Huntingdonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Huntingdon
LSOA: Huntingdonshire 004C

Crime Statistics

4 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

drugs: 1
other-theft: 1
vehicle-crime: 1
violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Alconbury.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Alconbury based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Alconbury.

- The Green High Street Alconbury
Various works of priority B as identified in attached tree survey, summarised in attached schedule of works
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-12-22
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- Georgian House Great North Road Alconbury Huntingdon PE28 4ER
Discharge of Condition 2 (materials) of 22/02178/S73
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-10-13
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A brief summary of Alconbury in Cambridgeshire

Property prices in Alconbury show an average sale price of £355,550, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Alconbury is generally good, with just 4 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Alconbury has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Alconbury, Alconbury Weston. 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, Alconbury planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.alconburyparishcouncil.gov.uk/. 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 Alconbury

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Alconbury. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

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

At 60 days on average, decisions near Alconbury slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Alconbury were outline applications (1), tree works (1).

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