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33 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Balsham · updated daily · South Cambridgeshire District Council

Only 3 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 33 · received or decided in the last 12 months

2 Orchard Close Balsham Cambridgeshire CB21 4EWAwaiting decision5 Day Notice damaged large TPO Ash tree due to recent storms - fell.Received 2 Nov 202626/1293/TTPO
7 Queens Close Balsham Cambridgeshire CB21 4HLApprovedT1: Horse Chestnut - Crown reduce by 2 metres back to previous pruning points. Reason: To protect against continued shedding of branches that have split out from the old, decayed pruning points. T2: Horse Chestnut - Crown reduce by 3 metres back to previous pruning points. Reason: To protect against continued shedding of branches that have split out from the old, decayed pruning points.Works to TPO treesReceived 30 Jul 2026Decided 4 Sep 202626/0801/TTPO
Albany Bartons Close Balsham Cambridgeshire CB21 4EAApprovedT1- Old Acer/Maple -Fell Reason - Has been heavily pollard-ed over the years, showing signs of decay, recommend fell.Works to TPO treesReceived 6 Jul 2026Decided 17 Sep 202626/0675/TTPO
19 Linton Road Balsham Cambridgeshire CB21 4HAAwaiting decisionNon material amendment on application 25/00784/HFUL for additional windowNon-Material AmendmentReceived 11 Jun 202625/00784/NMA1
19 Linton Road Balsham Cambridgeshire CB21 4HAAwaiting decisionAdditional windowNon-Material AmendmentReceived 11 Jun 202625/00785/NMA1

Planning in Balsham

Approved: 86%; 18 of 20 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

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

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Around Balsham

Postcode districts

CB21 329 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: South Cambridgeshire District Council

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About Balsham

Balsham is a rural village and civil parish located in Cambridgeshire, England, that has experienced significant growth since the 1960s, evolving into a dormitory settlement for nearby Cambridge. Situated southeast of Cambridge beyond the A11 road, it is conveniently located near Newmarket and Haverhill, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to residential and infrastructure development. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,625 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Cambridgeshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Balsham 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 Balsham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Balsham has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Balsham 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://www.balsham.net/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Balsham, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Balsham. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were tree works (16), full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Balsham?

In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Balsham. The approval rate is 86%.

How long do planning decisions take near Balsham?

The average planning decision time near Balsham is 47 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 Balsham?

The planning approval rate near Balsham is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Balsham?

The most common type of planning application near Balsham is tree works applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Balsham?

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