How long do planning decisions take near Babraham?

The average planning decision time near Babraham is 71 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 Babraham?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Babraham?

The most common type of planning application near Babraham is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Babraham?

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Babraham, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Babraham, Cambridgeshire.

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About Babraham

Babraham is a village and civil parish located in the South Cambridgeshire district, approximately 6 miles (9.7 km) southeast of Cambridge along the A1307 road. This picturesque area is notable for its proximity to the city, making it relevant for planning applications and developments that may impact both the village and its surrounding region.

Population: 350 (2021)

District: South Cambridgeshire

Website: https://babraham-village.net

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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: South Cambridgeshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Cambridgeshire
LSOA: South Cambridgeshire 014A

Crime Statistics

3 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

burglary: 1
criminal-damage-arson: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Babraham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Babraham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Babraham.

- Home Farm, Home Farm House High Street Babraham Cambridgeshire CB22 3AG
Submission of details required by condition 3(a) (mounting and fixing method for attaching solar PV panels to roof) of Listed Building consent 25/03975/LBC
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-01-09
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- Babraham Research Campus High Street Babraham Cambridgeshire CB22 3AT
Outline application (all matters reserved apart from access) for mixed-use development at Babraham Research Campus including employment (laboratory and office) floorspace (Class E(g)(i)(ii)), up to 83
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-12-01
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- Chalk Farm High Street Babraham Cambridgeshire CB22 3AG
Submission of details required by conditions 3 (Details of sills, lintel, jambs, transoms and mullions), 4 (Materials), 5 (Roof Covering Material), 6 (Partition Wall), 7 (Rainwater) and 8 (Roof Light
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-07-16
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- Shepherds Cottage Home Farm High Street Babraham Cambridgeshire CB22 3AG
Sycamore - Crown lift by 4m to improve access to high sided vehicles. Reduce lateral branches encroaching on phone wires by 2m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-05-27
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- Babraham Research Campus 101 High Street Babraham Cambridgeshire CB22 3AT
EIA Scoping Opinion request pursuant to Regulation 15 of the Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2017 (as amended) Proposed Development consists of an outline appli
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-01-29
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- The Black Barn High Street Babraham Cambridgeshire CB22 3AG
S73 to vary condition 2 (approved drawings) of ref: S/0718/18/FL (Conversion of existing barn and hovel to new 2 bed house) for the following amendments: Change position of the garage to protect an ex
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2023-12-27
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- The Black Barn High Street Babraham Cambridgeshire CB22 3AG
S73 to vary condition 2 (approved drawings) of ref: S/1303/18/LB (Conversion of existing barn and hovel to new 2 bed house) for the following amendments: Change position of the garage to protect an ex
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2023-12-27
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A brief summary of Babraham in Cambridgeshire

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

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

Babraham has one conservation area within its boundaries: Babraham. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Babraham planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://babraham-village.net. 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 Babraham

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Babraham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

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

The average decision period of 71 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Babraham were outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (2), tree works (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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