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Planning in Babraham

Only 9 decisions near Babraham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Babraham in the last 24 months, from South Cambridgeshire District Council's planning register.

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 350 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Cambridgeshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Babraham area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Babraham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Babraham has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Babraham, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Babraham.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (7), outline applications (4), full planning applications (1). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Babraham?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Babraham.
What types of planning applications are most common near Babraham?
The most common type of planning application near Babraham is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Babraham?
You can search and track planning applications near Babraham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.