How long do planning decisions take near Arbury?

The average planning decision time near Arbury is 51 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 Arbury?

The planning approval rate near Arbury is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Arbury?

The most common type of planning application near Arbury is full planning applications, with 52 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Arbury?

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Arbury, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Arbury, Cambridgeshire.

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About Arbury

Arbury is a vibrant suburb and electoral ward within Cambridge, England, boasting a population of 9,883 as recorded in the 2021 UK census. This area is significant for planning applications due to its residential character and ongoing developments, making it an important consideration for prospective developers and planners.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £479,876 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cambridge
Parliamentary constituency: Cambridge
LSOA: Cambridge 002D

Crime Statistics

324 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 111
anti-social-behaviour: 40
vehicle-crime: 33
criminal-damage-arson: 32
shoplifting: 21
other-theft: 20
burglary: 13
public-order: 13
drugs: 12
other-crime: 11
bicycle-theft: 9
possession-of-weapons: 4
theft-from-the-person: 4
robbery: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Arbury.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Arbury based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

48 planning applications found near Arbury.

- 2 Jermyn Close Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 2HQ
Single storey rear extension, replacement of existing windows to rear elevation and addition of new side access door into dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-04-28
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- 2 Jermyn Close Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 2HQ
S73 to vary condition 2 (approved drawings) of ref: 24/00564/HFUL (Loft extension with rear box dormer) to change the bedroom window to french doors with juliet balcony and increase the ridge height.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-04-28
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- 332 Histon Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 3HT
First floor rear extension, changes to fenestration and garden room at the rear of garden. (Part Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-04-24
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- 66 Darwin Drive Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 3HH
Ground floor front and rear extensions, part double storey rear extension, double storey side extension including loft conversion with rear dormer and hip to gable roof extension, chimney removals, in
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-03-11
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- 310 Histon Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 3HS
Submission of details required by condition 4 (Footway) and 20 (Artificial Lighting) of planning permission 25/04788/S73
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-03-03
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- 121 Oxford Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 3PJ
S73 to vary condtion 3 (materials) of planning permission 25/03181/HFUL (Attic conversion with box dormer) to change material used from standing seam zinc to standing seam aluminium with an anthracite
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-03-02
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- 209 Gilbert Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 3PA
Part single, part two storey rear extension. Two storey side extension and erection of porch canopy to front. Alterations to fenestration. Installation of Air Source Heat Pump and bike shed to front.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-02-04
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- Shah Jalal Mosque 107 Darwin Drive Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 3HQ
Submission of details required by conditions 11 (Management Plan), 12 (Cycle Parking), 16 (Hard and Soft Landscaping Scheme), 18 (Bin Storage) of planning permission 24/01777/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-01-30
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- 58 Harding Way Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 3RR
Demolition of Gym/Storage and erection of single storey rear extension. Internal Alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-01-15
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- 108 Oxford Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 3PL
Roof extension including rear dormer,raising ridge height and 1no rooflight to front elevation, single storey rear extension and construction of outbuilding to rear.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-01-09
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- 169 Histon Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 3JD
Installation of 1 No. externally illuminated Fascia sign.
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2025-11-28
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- 218 Histon Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 3HJ
Two storey side extension and part single, part two storey rear extension. Roof extension including rear dormer and addition of 3no. rooflights.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2025-11-18
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- 310 Histon Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 3HS
Submission of details required by condition 6 (Traffic Management Plan), 11 (Dust Minimisation and Monitoring Scheme), 12 (Noise Insulation Scheme), 13 (alternative ventilation scheme), 14 (Ecological
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2025-09-18
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- 47 St Albans Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 2HF
Single storey side extension and alterations to existing rear extension following demolition of Conservatory to the side
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2025-07-25
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- Land Between Huntingdon Road And Histon Road, Cambridge Known As Darwin Green One
Non-material amendment on application 21/03619/REM for the provision of a substation
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2025-06-30
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- 9A Holyrood Close Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 3NE
T1 and T2 - Mature Cherrys x2 - Proposed works to two mature cherry trees located in the rear garden, with canopies extending across four neighbouring properties. These trees are not only beginging to
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2025-05-27
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- 93 Carlton Way Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 2DF
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2025-04-25
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- Land At 38 Darwin Drive Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 3HH
Submission of details required by condition 9 (Surface Water Drainage) of planning permission 23/04953/FUL.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2025-03-07
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- 39 Tavistock Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 3NB
Single storey rear extension and addition of new window to side elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2024-12-24
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- 153 Gilbert Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 3PA
Single storey rear infill extension, attic conversion with rear dormer extension, semi-hip to gable roof extension with in-plane rooflights to front and photovoltaic panels to rear dormer roof.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2024-12-09
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A brief summary of Arbury in Cambridgeshire

Property prices in Arbury show an average sale price of £479,876, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Arbury area recorded 324 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Arbury has 7 conservation areas within its boundaries: West Cambridge, Storey's Way, Howes Place, Riverside and Stourbridge Common, De Freville, Central, Castle and Victoria Road. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Arbury includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Histon Road SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Arbury

In the last 24 months, 140 planning applications were submitted near Arbury. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Arbury.

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Arbury were full planning applications (52), tree works (38), discharge of conditions (26). Full planning applications account for 37% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 68 applications
Refused: 4 applications
Withdrawn: 4 applications
Awaiting decision: 64 applications

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