Fulbourn, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Fulbourn, Cambridgeshire.
Cambridgeshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Fulbourn are administered by South Cambridgeshire District Council. View the full South Cambridgeshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Fulbourn
Fulbourn is a historic village in Cambridgeshire, England, with settlement evidence dating back to Neolithic times. Established by 1200, it takes its name from a stream frequented by waterfowl, located to the east near the boundary of arable and fenland. This rich history and unique geographical positioning make Fulbourn an intriguing area for planning applications and developments.
Population: 5,049 (2021)
District: South Cambridgeshire
Website: http://fulbournpc.org/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £496,489 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: South Cambridgeshire
- Parliamentary constituency: South Cambridgeshire
- LSOA: South Cambridgeshire 011B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Fulbourn.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Fulbourn.
- 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 Fulbourn based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
43 planning applications found near Fulbourn.
- - 2 Apthorpe Street Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5EY
T2: Wild Plum - Crown lift to give an additional 1m clearance over drive T3: Plum, two separate stems, one completely dead and one with weight bias over wall and road, live stem touching buttress on w
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-07-08
View full details - 26/0693/TTCA - 2 Apthorpe Street Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5EY
T2: Wild Plum - Crown lift to give an additional 1m clearance over drive T3: Plum, two separate stems, one completely dead and one with weight bias over wall and road, live stem touching buttress on w
Status: Undecided | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-07-08 - 26/0693/TTCA - 2 Apthorpe Street Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5EY
T2: Wild Plum - Crown lift to give an additional 1m clearance over drive T3: Plum, two separate stems, one completely dead and one with weight bias over wall and road, live stem touching buttress on w
Status: Undecided | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-07-08 - 26/02407/PRIOR - 18 All Saints Road Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5HF
Demolition of existing conservatory. New extension with render finish to walls and pitched roof with interlocking concrete tile
Status: Undecided | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-06-25 - 26/02407/PRIOR - 18 All Saints Road Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5HF
Demolition of existing conservatory. New extension with render finish to walls and pitched roof with interlocking concrete tile
Status: Undecided | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-06-25 - - 18 All Saints Road Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5HF
Demolition of existing conservatory. New extension with render finish to walls and pitched roof with interlocking concrete tile
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-06-25
View full details - 26/02381/HFUL - 11 Swifts Corner Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5AE
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-06-23 - 26/02381/HFUL - 11 Swifts Corner Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5AE
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-06-23 - - Holly Lodge Coxs Drove Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5HE
T1 Holm Oak: cut back the branches overhanging Locksley House garden by 3m. Reason: bird excrement is proving a real problem on our client's patio.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-06-10
View full details - 26/0579/TTPO - Holly Lodge Coxs Drove Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5HE
T1 Holm Oak: cut back the branches overhanging Locksley House garden by 3m. Reason: bird excrement is proving a real problem on our client's patio.
Status: Undecided | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-06-10 - 26/0579/TTPO - Holly Lodge Coxs Drove Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5HE
T1 Holm Oak: cut back the branches overhanging Locksley House garden by 3m. Reason: bird excrement is proving a real problem on our client's patio.
Status: Undecided | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-06-10 - - 23A Pierce Lane Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5DJ
Single storey side extension (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-06-01
View full details - 26/02042/HFUL - 23A Pierce Lane Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5DJ
Single storey side extension (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-06-01 - 26/02042/HFUL - 23A Pierce Lane Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5DJ
Single storey side extension (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-06-01 - - 48 Pierce Lane Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5DL
T1 -1x Sycamore (rear boundary) - Crown reduction by 40% (upto 2-3m)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-04-23
View full details - - 2 Bullen Way Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5AZ
Certificate of lawfulness under S192 for the installation of an external condenser unit on the rear elevation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 18 Pierce Lane Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5DL
Single storey rear extension following demolition of existing conservatory.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - 5 Apthorpe Street Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5EY
Dead Birch at front - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - Barnsbury Stables Coxs Drove Fulbourn Cambridgeshire
Single storey side extension to form orangery and single story extension to the garage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 2 Weston Grove Fulbourn Cambridgeshire CB21 5DY
Single storey front extension, single storey rear extension to create a link to the existing garage, and garage conversion.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-03-02
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A brief summary of Fulbourn in Cambridgeshire
Fulbourn is a historic village in Cambridgeshire, England, with settlement evidence dating back to Neolithic times. Established by 1200, it takes its name from a stream frequented by waterfowl, located to the east near the boundary of arable and fenland. This rich history and unique geographical positioning make Fulbourn an intriguing area for planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,049 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Cambridgeshire district.
Property prices in Fulbourn show an average sale price of £496,489, 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 Fulbourn a particularly low-crime area.
Fulbourn has one conservation area within its boundaries: Fulbourn. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fulbourn planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://fulbournpc.org/. 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 Fulbourn
In the last 24 months, 68 planning applications were submitted near Fulbourn. Of these, 96% 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 Fulbourn 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 Fulbourn were tree works (17), full planning applications (15), discharge of conditions (11). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 22 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 45 applications
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