Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Cambridge, Cambridgeshire.
Cambridgeshire · England · City
Planning applications in Cambridge are administered by Cambridge City Council. View the full Cambridge City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Cambridge
Cambridge, the county town of Cambridgeshire, is a vibrant city located 55 miles north of London along the River Cam. With a population of approximately 145,700 as of the 2021 census, it has a rich history dating back to the Bronze Age and emerged as a significant trading hub during the Roman and Viking periods. Officially granted city status in 1951, Cambridge is a dynamic area for planning applications, reflecting its historical significance and contemporary growth.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £496,489 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cambridge
- Parliamentary constituency: South Cambridgeshire
- LSOA: Cambridge 011A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cambridge.
- 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 Cambridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
93 planning applications found near Cambridge.
- - Young Street Building Young Street Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 2LZ
Installation of a roof top guardrail for safety improvements to roof top access.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-07-07
View full details - - St Matthews Centre Sturton Street Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 2QF
T6 London Plane- Crown lift to 1-2m above ground level T9 London Plane- To clear sign by approx. 1.5m T12 London Plane- To crown lift all round by approx. 2.5m above ground level. T13 London Plane- To
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-06-29
View full details - 26/0627/TTCA - 14 York Terrace Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 2PR
T1 - 1 x Sycamore -Section-fell to ground level and remove stump to a depth of approximately 300mm below ground level via mehcanical grinding or chemical devitalisation (Eco-plugs)
Status: Undecided | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-06-19 - 26/0627/TTCA - 14 York Terrace Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 2PR
T1 - 1 x Sycamore -Section-fell to ground level and remove stump to a depth of approximately 300mm below ground level via mehcanical grinding or chemical devitalisation (Eco-plugs)
Status: Undecided | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-06-19 - - 14 York Terrace Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 2PR
T1 - 1 x Sycamore -Section-fell to ground level and remove stump to a depth of approximately 300mm below ground level via mehcanical grinding or chemical devitalisation (Eco-plugs)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-06-19
View full details - - Anglia Ruskin University, Coslett Building East Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 1PT
T1 - London Plane crown reduce side of tree by 2-3m to clear side of building and roof surface by 2 -3m as part of regular maintenance. T2 - Plane - crown lift to 4.5m above growth level to avoid dama
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-06-12
View full details - 26/02213/ADV - Unit 11A Cambridge Retail Park Newmarket Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB5 8WR
Installation of 4no internally illuminated fascia signs and 4no non-illuminated signs on the awnings.
Status: Undecided | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-06-11 - 26/02213/ADV - Unit 11A Cambridge Retail Park Newmarket Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB5 8WR
Installation of 4no internally illuminated fascia signs and 4no non-illuminated signs on the awnings.
Status: Undecided | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-06-11 - 24/04804/CONDD - Cambridge Retail Park, Unit 4 Newmarket Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB5 8WR
Submission of details required by condition 4 (verification/validation report) of planning permission 24/04804/FUL
Status: Undecided | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-06-05 - 24/04804/CONDD - Cambridge Retail Park, Unit 4 Newmarket Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB5 8WR
Submission of details required by condition 4 (verification/validation report) of planning permission 24/04804/FUL
Status: Undecided | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-06-05 - 26/01899/FUL - 169,179,195,196,197,200,206,211,240,241,243,245 Ross Street Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 3BS
Addition of external wall insulation to solid wall constructed parts of the building, with no change of use to the property. To include where required replacement triple glazed window installation.
Status: Undecided | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-05-19 - 26/01899/FUL - 169,179,195,196,197,200,206,211,240,241,243,245 Ross Street Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 3BS
Addition of external wall insulation to solid wall constructed parts of the building, with no change of use to the property. To include where required replacement triple glazed window installation.
Status: Undecided | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-05-19 - - 109 Gwydir Street Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 2LG
T1 - remove Conifer.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 22 Petworth Street Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 2LY
T1: Elder - Remove one lateral branch over garden T2: Rowan - Remove close to ground level
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-04-29
View full details - - 29 Fairfax Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 3AZ
Demolition of rear conservatory and front porch. Single storey rear/side extension, hip to gable roof extension including rear dormer and 2no rooflights to front, garage conversion, front porch, alter
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - 60 Young Street Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 2LZ
Non material amendment on application 25/02402/HFUL for alterations to positioning of windows and rear door.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-04-22
View full details - - 4 Oswald Terrace Sturton Street Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 2QQ
T1 Cherry tree: crown reduce by 1.5m in height and around the sides.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-04-17
View full details - - Cambridge Retail Park, Unit 11 Coldhams Lane Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 3HB
Certificate of lawfulness under S192 for the use of the premises for uses falling within Class E(a) and Class E(e).
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-04-17
View full details - - Pavement O/s 160 Newmarket Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB5 8AX
Installation of 2no. digital 75" LCD display screens, one on each side of the Street Hub unit
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - Car Park Henley Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire
Submission of details required by condition 4 (contamination) of planning permission 25/04740/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-04-07
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A brief summary of Cambridge in Cambridgeshire
Cambridge, the county town of Cambridgeshire, is a vibrant city located 55 miles north of London along the River Cam. With a population of approximately 145,700 as of the 2021 census, it has a rich history dating back to the Bronze Age and emerged as a significant trading hub during the Roman and Viking periods. Officially granted city status in 1951, Cambridge is a dynamic area for planning applications, reflecting its historical significance and contemporary growth.
Property prices in Cambridge show an average sale price of £496,489, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cambridge a particularly low-crime area.
Cambridge has 9 conservation areas within its boundaries: Ferry Lane, New Town and Glisson Road, Chesterton, The Kite, Riverside and Stourbridge Common, Mill Road, De Freville, Central, Brooklands Avenue. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cambridge 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.
Planning Activity in Cambridge
In the last 24 months, 450 planning applications were submitted near Cambridge. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Cambridge maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Cambridge were tree works (135), full planning applications (83), discharge of conditions (63). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 337 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 160 applications
- Refused: 15 applications
- Withdrawn: 11 applications
- Awaiting decision: 264 applications
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