Ely, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ely, Cambridgeshire.
Cambridgeshire · England · City
Planning applications in Ely are administered by East Cambridgeshire District Council. View the full East Cambridgeshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Ely
Ely, a historic cathedral city located in East Cambridgeshire, is situated 14 miles northeast of Cambridge and 80 miles from London. The city, along with its surrounding rural settlements such as Chettisham and Prickwillow, has a combined population of approximately 20,574 as of the 2021 census. With its unique blend of urban and rural environments, Ely presents diverse opportunities for planning applications in both residential and commercial developments.
Population: 20,574 (2021) · Area: 23.0 km²
District: East Cambridgeshire
Website: https://www.cityofelycouncil.org.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £342,752 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: East Cambridgeshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Ely and East Cambridgeshire
- LSOA: East Cambridgeshire 006F
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ely.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ely.
- 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 Ely based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
37 planning applications found near Ely.
- - 20 Newnham Street Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4PE
T1-T3 3x Elder Trees - Heavily prune to reduce size as they are now overhanging the next-door property (number 18) and overtaking the garden of No 20. With ongoing consent to prune back to the same pr
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-07-08
View full details - - The Priors House The College Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4DL
T1 Yew - Reduce lateral limbs by 1.5m, reduce crown to balance and shape, weight reduction/lift lower lateral limbs so they no longer rest on the boundary wall The tree has recently lost a large limb,
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-07-03
View full details - - 35 Deacons Lane Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4PS
Proposed erection of a detached single-storey garden room within the rear garden of the dwellinghouse. The building will measure approximately 6.0m x 3.5m externally with a maximum height of 2.5m and
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-07-02
View full details - - 1 Market Place Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4NP
Three signs: Main Fascia Crew non-illuminated metal letters sign, replacement signage plaque and new non-illuminated projecting metal sign
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-06-12
View full details - - The Chapter House The College Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4DL
T13 - London Plane - Reduce crown on south by 3-4mtrs. Reduce crown on north, west and east side by 4-5mtrs. Reduce crown height by 2-3mtrs. Crown raise to clear ground by 6-7mtrs to follow topography
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-06-12
View full details - - 32 New Barns Road Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4PN
T5 & T6 Sycamore trees - fell to combat subsidence damage to 30 New Barnes Road, Ely CB7 4PN
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-05-26
View full details - - Ely Police Station Nutholt Lane Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4PL
T1 Ash - Fell to ground level. Tree has caused damage to adjacent brick wall and removal is required for wall repair and to prevent further damage T2 Ash - Fell to ground level. Tree has caused damage
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-04-29
View full details - - 11 Deacons Lane Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4PS
T1 Snake Bark Maple - Remove due to proximity to proposed garden building and boundary fence
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-04-21
View full details - - School House The College Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4DL
Replacement of two glass lobbies
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 5 Buttermarket Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4PA
3 Fascia signs and 1 Projecting sign
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - 8 Vineyard Way Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4QQ
T1 Robinia - Reduce in height by approx 2-3m and reduce lateral spread by approx 1-2m - This is to maintain shape and reduce the size of the tree. T2 Horse Chestnut - Fell to ground level. Treat the s
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - 11 Waterside Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4AU
T1 Eucalyptus- Reduce height and spread on all sides by 2m back to the previous pruning points
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - 7 Cardinals Way Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4GF
T1 Cherry - Reduce by 2m all-round as outgrowing the garden space
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - 23 Old Brewery Close Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4QE
T1 Crab apple (Malus sylvestris) - Tree to be felled, to prevent damage to the nearby manhole and property
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - 16 Cardinals Way Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4GB
Replacement front door
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - 32 Nutholt Lane Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4PL
T1 Holly - Remove to allow access to the adjacent boundary wall for urgent safety works. When the wall has been repaired, we plan to plant an Amelanchier tree in a complementary location within the ga
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - Ely Cemetery Beech Lane Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4QZ
T142 Crab Apple - Crown lift to 2.5m from ground level, crown reduce by 2m T143 Cherry - Crown lift to 2.5m from ground level, crown reduce by 2m (approx. previous pruning points). T175 Ash (dead) - R
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - 58 Forehill Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4AQ
T1 Silver Birch - Fell as it has outgrown the space available
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - Land To Rear Of 84 Bell Holt Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4EF
T1 Purple Norway Maple - Prune to clear wires by up to 1m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - The Bishops House The College Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 4DW
T902 Apple - Fell and grind stump T88 Norway Maple - Reduce lateral with weak fork by 1.5m-2m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-02-02
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A brief summary of Ely in Cambridgeshire
Ely, a historic cathedral city located in East Cambridgeshire, is situated 14 miles northeast of Cambridge and 80 miles from London. The city, along with its surrounding rural settlements such as Chettisham and Prickwillow, has a combined population of approximately 20,574 as of the 2021 census. With its unique blend of urban and rural environments, Ely presents diverse opportunities for planning applications in both residential and commercial developments. The City has a population of approximately 20,574 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Cambridgeshire district.
Ely covers an area of approximately 23.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Ely show an average sale price of £342,752, 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 Ely a particularly low-crime area.
Ely has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ely. 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 Ely includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ely Pits and Meadows SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ely planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.cityofelycouncil.org.uk/. 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 Ely
In the last 24 months, 63 planning applications were submitted near Ely. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ely may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Ely were tree works (40), discharge of conditions (9), advertising consent (6). 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, 1 medium-scale application, 62 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.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 31 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 31 applications
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