Gamlingay, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Gamlingay, Cambridgeshire.
Cambridgeshire · England · settlement
About Gamlingay
Gamlingay is a village and civil parish located in the South Cambridgeshire district of England, approximately 14 miles (23 km) west-southwest of Cambridge. This picturesque village offers a unique blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in Cambridgeshire.
Population: 3,751 (2021)
District: South Cambridgeshire
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Area Information
- Admin district: Central Bedfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: North Bedfordshire
- LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 001B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Gamlingay.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Gamlingay.
- 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 Gamlingay based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
18 planning applications found near Gamlingay.
- - 37 Cinques Road Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3NJ
Part two and part single storey side extension. Demolition and reconstruction of existing front bay window. Alterations to front entrance including installation of porch canopy. Application of render
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-04-21
View full details - - Land R/O 46 Cinques Road Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3NW
Reserved matters application for the approval of appearance, landscaping, layout and scale for the construction of 2 No. dwellings, new access, associated works and infrastructure following outline pl
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-04-15
View full details - - Land R/O 46 Cinques Road Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3NW
Submission of details required by conditions 4 (traffic management plan), 5 (construction ecological management plan), 6 (biodiversity enhancement), 7 (lighting design strategy for biodiversity), 8 (w
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-04-15
View full details - - 4 Soule Croft Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3FZ
Reserved matters application for access, appearance, landscaping, layout and scale for the construction of a self/custom build dwelling (Plot 4) following outline planning permission S/3170/17/OL (App
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - 13 Northfield Close Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3NP
Proposed single storey front and rear extensions plus partial garage conversion.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - 63 Waresley Road Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3NN
Change of Use of 3 No. Buildings on Agricultural Units and former Agricultural Buildings to 5 No. Dwellinghouses (Class C3)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - 10 Green End Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3LD
T1 - Buddleia - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - 24 School Close Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3JY
Single storey rear extension to main house and link to existing garage. Single storey rear extension to existing garage and conversion to habitable space.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-01-29
View full details - - 2 Stubbs Oak Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3DQ
Construction of a porch and x2 dormer windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-12-16
View full details - - 29 Cinques Road Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3NJ
Non material amendment on application 25/03051/HFUL for removal of three small windows to the first-floor rear elevation, a modest increase in the size of the three dormer windows to the same elevatio
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-10-20
View full details - - 39 Church Street Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3JJ
T1: Yew tree - We are applying to lift the tree over the footpath so that its gives 2.5m clearance. We are also looking to lift the tree over the road slightly to give 5m clearance so that lorries sto
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-09-29
View full details - - 51 Mill Street Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3JW
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-09-17
View full details - - 51 Mill Street Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3JW
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-09-17
View full details - - Land Rear Of 33 Church Street Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3JH
Non material amendment on application 24/01257/FUL for amendment to Condition 2: The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the approved plans as listed on this decision
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-09-02
View full details - - Land Rear Of 33 Church Street Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3JH
Submission of details required by condition 5 (contamination) of planning permission 24/01257/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-08-13
View full details - - 30 Fairfield Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3LG
Single storey rear extension and new roof canopy over front door
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-08-06
View full details - - 51 Mill Street Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3JW
T1: Eucalyptus - Re-pollard to the previous points. This is approximately 3m of new growth to be removed. T2: Silver Birch - Reduce to the previous reduction points. We will be removing approximately
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2024-09-05
View full details - - Havelock House 1 Mill Street Gamlingay Cambridgeshire SG19 3JW
Submission of details required by condition 3a (details of window and conservatory frames) of planning permission 23/02428/S19LB
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2023-11-03
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A brief summary of Gamlingay in Cambridgeshire
Gamlingay is a village and civil parish located in the South Cambridgeshire district of England, approximately 14 miles (23 km) west-southwest of Cambridge. This picturesque village offers a unique blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in Cambridgeshire. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,751 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Cambridgeshire district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Gamlingay a particularly low-crime area.
Gamlingay has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Gamlingay. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Gamlingay includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Gamlingay Wood SSSI, Weaveley and Sand Woods SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Gamlingay 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.
Planning Activity in Gamlingay
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Gamlingay. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Gamlingay maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Gamlingay were full planning applications (12), tree works (9), discharge of conditions (6). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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- Gamlingay Cinques planning applications
- Tetworth planning applications
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