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Planning in Bottisham

Approved
87%
33 of 38 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Bottisham

Bottisham is a vibrant village and civil parish located in the East Cambridgeshire district, approximately 6 miles east of Cambridge and midway to Newmarket. With a population that grew from 1,983 in 2001 to 2,199 in 2011, Bottisham offers a dynamic community that may be of interest to those considering planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,433 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Cambridgeshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bottisham 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 Bottisham 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, Bottisham 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 http://bottishampc.co.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bottisham, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near Bottisham. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were tree works (10), discharge of conditions (9), full planning applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bottisham?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Bottisham. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bottisham?
The average planning decision time near Bottisham is 52 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 Bottisham?
The planning approval rate near Bottisham is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bottisham?
The most common type of planning application near Bottisham is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bottisham?
You can search and track planning applications near Bottisham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.