How long do planning decisions take near Claypit Hill?

The average planning decision time near Claypit Hill is 57 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 Claypit Hill?

The planning approval rate near Claypit Hill is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Claypit Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Claypit Hill is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Claypit Hill?

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Claypit Hill, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Claypit Hill, Cambridgeshire.

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About Claypit Hill

Great Eversden is a quaint village located 6 miles south-west of Cambridge, England, with a population of 241 as recorded in the 2011 Census. Notably, the Prime Meridian passes just to the east of the village, creating a geographical distinction between Great Eversden and its nearby counterpart, Little Eversden. This charming location may be of interest to those researching planning applications in a unique rural setting.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £510,370 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Cambridgeshire
Parliamentary constituency: St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire
LSOA: South Cambridgeshire 021C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Claypit Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Claypit Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Claypit Hill.

- 2 Kingston Road Great Eversden Cambridgeshire CB23 1HT
Two storey rear extension and single storey front, side and rear extensions.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-07-23
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A brief summary of Claypit Hill in Cambridgeshire

Property prices in Claypit Hill show an average sale price of £510,370, 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 Claypit Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Claypit Hill has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Kingston, Caldecote, Toft. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Claypit Hill includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Eversden and Wimpole Woods SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Eversden and Wimpole Woods. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Claypit Hill

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Claypit Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

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

At 57 days on average, decisions near Claypit Hill slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Claypit Hill were tree works (3), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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