How long do planning decisions take near Bythorn?

The average planning decision time near Bythorn is 65 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 Bythorn?

The planning approval rate near Bythorn is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bythorn?

The most common type of planning application near Bythorn is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bythorn?

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Bythorn, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bythorn, Cambridgeshire.

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About Bythorn

Bythorn is a village located in the Huntingdonshire district of Cambridgeshire, England, approximately 11 miles west of Huntingdon, near Molesworth. Once a civil parish, it is now part of the parish of Bythorn and Keyston. With a historical population of 129 in 1931, Bythorn offers a quaint rural setting that may be of interest for planning applications in the region.

Population: 129 (1931)

District: Huntingdonshire

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Area Information

Admin district: Huntingdonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Huntingdon
LSOA: Huntingdonshire 016D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bythorn.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bythorn based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Bythorn.

- Land South Of Corner House Huntingdon Road Bythorn
Permission in Principle (Stage 1) for upto 2No. Dwellings
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2025-10-17
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- Rose Cottage School Lane Bythorn Huntingdon PE28 0QS
Removal of existing storage shed and erection of single storey extension to north-east elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2025-04-25
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- Rose Cottage School Lane Bythorn Huntingdon PE28 0QS
Removal of existing storage shed and erection of single storey extension to north-east elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2025-04-25
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- 1 White Hart Cottages Thrapston Road Bythorn Huntingdon PE28 0QN
Demolition of existing outbuildings and erection of single storey rear extension
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-11-13
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- The White Gates Thrapston Road Bythorn Huntingdon PE28 0QN
Variation of Condition 2 (Plans listed in table above) to allow for revised ridge heights and fenestration changes for 20/01146/FUL as amended by 22/00964/S73 (Retrospective).
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-06-21
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A brief summary of Bythorn in Cambridgeshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bythorn a particularly low-crime area.

Bythorn has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bythorn, Keyston. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

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Planning Activity in Bythorn

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Bythorn. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Bythorn.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Bythorn slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Bythorn were outline applications (2), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

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