How long do planning decisions take near Caldecote (CB23)?

The average planning decision time near Caldecote (CB23) is 73 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 Caldecote (CB23)?

The planning approval rate near Caldecote (CB23) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Caldecote (CB23)?

The most common type of planning application near Caldecote (CB23) is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Caldecote (CB23)?

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Caldecote (CB23), Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Caldecote (CB23), Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Caldecote (CB23) are administered by South Cambridgeshire District Council. View the full South Cambridgeshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

Population: 2,020 (2021)

District: South Cambridgeshire

Website: http://www.caldecote.gov.uk/

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Area Information

Admin district: South Cambridgeshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Cambridgeshire
LSOA: South Cambridgeshire 014D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Caldecote (CB23).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Caldecote (CB23).

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 Caldecote (CB23) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Caldecote (CB23).

26/02540/PRIOR - 117 Highfields Road Highfields Caldecote Caldecote Cambridgeshire CB23 7NX
Change of use of building and land from class E g commercial, business and service to 1 No. class C3 dwellinghouse.
Status: Undecided | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-07-03
26/02540/PRIOR - 117 Highfields Road Highfields Caldecote Caldecote Cambridgeshire CB23 7NX
Change of use of building and land from class E g commercial, business and service to 1 No. class C3 dwellinghouse.
Status: Undecided | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-07-03
- 57 Highfields Road Highfields Caldecote Caldecote Cambridgeshire CB23 7NX
Certificate of lawfulness under S192 for single storey rear/side extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-04-02
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- 77 Woodfield Road Highfields Caldecote Caldecote Cambridgeshire CB23 7BW
Single storey rear extensions including part conversion of garage into habitable living space.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-04-25
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- Land To The Rear Of 4 And 6 East Drive Highfields Caldecote Caldecote Cambridgeshire CB23 7NZ
S73 to vary condition 2 (approved drawings) of ref: 23/04523/FUL (Erection of 2 No dwellings) to increase the height of proposed dwellings no 4A and 6A, increase the size of the single storey attached
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2024-09-04
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- Land To The Rear Of 4 And 6 East Drive Highfields Caldecote Caldecote Cambridgeshire CB23 7NZ
Reserved matters application for access, appearance, landscaping, layout and scale for the erection of 2 No, dwellings following outline planning approval ref, 20/04702/OUT
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2023-09-14
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A brief summary of Caldecote (CB23) in Cambridgeshire

Caldecote (CB23) is a settlement located in Cambridgeshire, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,020 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Cambridgeshire district.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Caldecote (CB23) a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Caldecote (CB23) includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hardwick Wood SSSI, Caldecote Meadows SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Caldecote (CB23) planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.caldecote.gov.uk/. 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.

Planning Activity in Caldecote (CB23)

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Caldecote (CB23). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Caldecote (CB23) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Caldecote (CB23) were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 30% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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