How long do planning decisions take near Denton?

The average planning decision time near Denton is 55 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 Denton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Denton?

The most common type of planning application near Denton is telecoms, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Denton?

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Denton, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Denton, Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Denton are administered by Cambridge City Council. View the full Cambridge City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Denton

Denton is a small hamlet located in the parish of Denton and Caldecote, approximately 11 miles northwest of Huntingdon in Cambridgeshire. Nestled in the Huntingdonshire district, Denton consists of about 12 houses and had a population of 76 as recorded in 1931. Its quaint rural setting may offer unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area.

Population: 76 (1931)

District: Denton and Caldecote

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Area Information

Admin district: Peterborough
Parliamentary constituency: North West Cambridgeshire
LSOA: Peterborough 023H

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Denton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Denton in Cambridgeshire

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

Denton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Glatton. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Denton includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Denton

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Denton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

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

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Denton were telecoms (1).

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