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Planning in Cambridge

Approved
78%
87 of 109 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Cambridge in the last 24 months, from Leeds City Council's planning register.

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About Cambridge

Cambridge, located in Cambridgeshire, England, is a vibrant city and non-metropolitan district situated 55 miles north of London along the River Cam. With a population of 145,700 as of the 2021 census, it boasts a rich historical tapestry, including evidence of settlement dating back to the Bronze Age and a significant role as a trading hub during Roman and Viking times. Officially designated as a city in 1951, Cambridge is an important area for planning applications, reflecting its ongoing development and urban significance.

The area around Cambridge has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Cambridge, 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, 140 planning applications were submitted near Cambridge. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (32), discharge of conditions (15), listed building and heritage (13).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cambridge?
In the last 24 months, 140 planning applications were submitted near Cambridge. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cambridge?
The average planning decision time near Cambridge is 58 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 Cambridge?
The planning approval rate near Cambridge is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cambridge?
The most common type of planning application near Cambridge is full planning applications, with 32 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cambridge?
You can search and track planning applications near Cambridge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.