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Planning in Fen Ditton

Approved
97%
29 of 29 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Fen Ditton

Postcode districts

CB5 264 applications in the last 12 monthsCB4 383 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cambridge City Council

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About Fen Ditton

Fen Ditton is a village and civil parish located on the northeast edge of Cambridge, within the South Cambridgeshire district. Covering an area of 5.99 square kilometres, it had a population of 760 as of the 2011 census. Its proximity to Cambridge makes it a notable area for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 812 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Cambridgeshire district.

Property prices in Fen Ditton show an average sale price of £496,489, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Fen Ditton area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Fen Ditton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fen Ditton 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.fenditton-pc.gov.uk.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Fen Ditton, 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, 84 planning applications were submitted near Fen Ditton. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (37), full planning applications (12), tree works (10). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Fen Ditton?
In the last 24 months, 84 planning applications were submitted near Fen Ditton. The approval rate is 97%.
How long do planning decisions take near Fen Ditton?
The average planning decision time near Fen Ditton is 47 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 Fen Ditton?
The planning approval rate near Fen Ditton is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Fen Ditton?
The most common type of planning application near Fen Ditton is discharge of conditions, with 37 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Fen Ditton?
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