Comberton, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Comberton, Cambridgeshire.
Cambridgeshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Comberton are administered by South Cambridgeshire District Council. View the full South Cambridgeshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Comberton
Comberton is a picturesque village and civil parish located in South Cambridgeshire, just a few miles south-west of Cambridge. Known for its charming rural atmosphere, it offers a unique blend of residential and community-focused developments, making it a relevant area for those exploring planning applications in a growing region.
Population: 2,254 (2021)
District: South Cambridgeshire
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Area Information
- Admin district: South Cambridgeshire
- Parliamentary constituency: St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire
- LSOA: South Cambridgeshire 020A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Comberton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Comberton.
- 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 Comberton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
33 planning applications found near Comberton.
- 26/02523/TELNOT - 53 Harbour Avenue Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7DD
Installation of 1no 10m light wooden pole.
Status: Undecided | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-07-02 - 26/02523/TELNOT - 53 Harbour Avenue Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7DD
Installation of 1no 10m light wooden pole.
Status: Undecided | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-07-02 - - 17 Bakers Close Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7DJ
Installation of 1no 9m light wooden pole.
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-07-02
View full details - 26/02521/TELNOT - 17 Bakers Close Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7DJ
Installation of 1no 9m light wooden pole.
Status: Undecided | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-07-02 - 26/02521/TELNOT - 17 Bakers Close Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7DJ
Installation of 1no 9m light wooden pole.
Status: Undecided | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-07-02 - - 53 Harbour Avenue Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7DD
Installation of 1no 10m light wooden pole.
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-07-02
View full details - 26/02470/TELNOT - 2 Hines Lane Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7BZ
Installation of 1no 9m light wooden pole.
Status: Undecided | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-06-29 - 26/02470/TELNOT - 2 Hines Lane Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7BZ
Installation of 1no 9m light wooden pole.
Status: Undecided | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-06-29 - - 2 Hines Lane Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7BZ
Installation of 1no 9m light wooden pole.
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-06-29
View full details - - 9 St Thomas Close Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7DN
Existing flat roof porch removed and replaced with new single storey porch
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-06-25
View full details - 26/0539/TTPO - Communications Station Adjacent To Madingly Water Tower St Neots Road Comberton Cambridgeshire
1 x large Oak tree to undertake a 1m lateral reduction to ensure a minimum 1m clearance away from the mast and equipment.
Status: Undecided | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-05-29 - 26/01865/HFUL - 77 Barton Road Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7BS
First floor side extension over garage and partial conversion of garage to habitable space. Render to existing external walls and replacement window to rear elevation.
Status: Undecided | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-05-18 - - 77 Barton Road Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7BS
First floor side extension over garage and partial conversion of garage to habitable space. Render to existing external walls and replacement window to rear elevation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - 26/01865/HFUL - 77 Barton Road Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7BS
First floor side extension over garage and partial conversion of garage to habitable space. Render to existing external walls and replacement window to rear elevation.
Status: Undecided | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-05-18 - - 6 Hines Lane Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7BZ
First floor side extension and porch canopy to front entrance. New pitched roof to existing garage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-04-24
View full details - - 71 Barrons Way Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7EQ
Demolish existing rear sunroom and front porch canopy. Single storey rear extension and front porch.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - 26 Swaynes Lane Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7EF
Submission of details required by condition 3 (external materials) of planning permission 25/04051/HFUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - 86 Barton Road Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7BS
Garage demolition, single storey front and side extension, roof extension with front and rear flat roof dormers.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - 50 Hillfield Road Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7DB
Single storey front extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-12-29
View full details - - 14 Woottens Close Comberton Cambridgeshire CB23 7DA
New Porch to front of dwelling & rear single storey extension, side veranda ,and brise soleils to south facing fenestration
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-12-22
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A brief summary of Comberton in Cambridgeshire
Comberton is a picturesque village and civil parish located in South Cambridgeshire, just a few miles south-west of Cambridge. Known for its charming rural atmosphere, it offers a unique blend of residential and community-focused developments, making it a relevant area for those exploring planning applications in a growing region. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,254 (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 Comberton a particularly low-crime area.
Comberton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Comberton Village, Comberton St Mary's. 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, Comberton 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 Comberton
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Comberton. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Comberton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Comberton were full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (6), tree works (4). Full planning applications account for 31% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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