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Planning in Bluntisham

Approved
82%
49 of 59 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Bluntisham

Bluntisham is a village and civil parish in Cambridgeshire, England, with a population of 2,003 as recorded in the 2011 census. Located about 8 miles east of Huntingdon, it falls within the Huntingdonshire district and is surrounded by nearby villages such as Earith, Colne, Woodhurst, and Somersham. This rural setting offers potential for various planning applications, catering to both residential and community developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,888 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Huntingdonshire district.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bluntisham 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://bluntishamparishcouncil.org/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bluntisham, 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, 74 planning applications were submitted near Bluntisham. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (20), full planning applications (16), tree works (16). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bluntisham?
In the last 24 months, 74 planning applications were submitted near Bluntisham. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bluntisham?
The average planning decision time near Bluntisham is 62 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 Bluntisham?
The planning approval rate near Bluntisham is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bluntisham?
The most common type of planning application near Bluntisham is discharge of conditions, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bluntisham?
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