How long do planning decisions take near Fordham?

The average planning decision time near Fordham is 37 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 Fordham?

The planning approval rate near Fordham is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Fordham?

The most common type of planning application near Fordham is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Fordham?

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Fordham, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Fordham, Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Fordham are administered by East Cambridgeshire District Council. View the full East Cambridgeshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Fordham

Fordham is a picturesque village located in rural Cambridgeshire, part of the East Cambridgeshire district. Situated just four miles north of Newmarket, it is well-connected to nearby settlements including Soham, Burwell, Isleham, Mildenhall, and Chippenham, making it a notable area for potential planning applications.

Population: 2,848 (2021)

District: East Cambridgeshire

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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 003I

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Fordham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Fordham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Fordham.

- Snailhouse 18 River Lane Fordham Cambridgeshire CB7 5PF
Alterations to rear elevation to include first-floor dormer window
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-07-03
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- 55 Carter Street Fordham Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 5NG
To discharge Condition 6 (Litter Bin) of decision 21/01142/FUL dated 7th December 2021 for Proposed Part Change of Use from Retail (A1) to Takeaway (Sui-Generis)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-04-20
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- 40 Carter Street Fordham Ely Cambridgeshire CB7 5NG
Convert ground floor commercial unit into 1 bed flat
Status: Withdrawn | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2023-11-24
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- The Gables 31A Market Street Fordham Cambridgeshire CB7 5LQ
T1 Beech - Prune to clear property by up to 1.5m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2023-06-21
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A brief summary of Fordham in Cambridgeshire

Property prices in Fordham 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 Fordham a particularly low-crime area.

Fordham has one conservation area within its boundaries: Fordham. 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 Fordham includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Brackland Rough SSSI, Chippenham Fen and Snailwell Poor's Fen SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Fenland; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Chippenham Fen. 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 Fordham

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Fordham. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Fordham.

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Fordham were tree works (6), discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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