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Planning in Great Wilbraham

Approved
81%
44 of 46 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Great Wilbraham in the last 24 months, from South Cambridgeshire District Council's planning register.

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About Great Wilbraham

Great Wilbraham is a quaint village located approximately seven miles east of Cambridge, nestled between low-lying drained fens to the west and north and higher ground beyond the A11 to the east. Its rural setting offers a unique context for planning applications, with potential developments influenced by the surrounding landscape and accessibility to nearby urban areas. The settlement has a population of approximately 606 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Cambridgeshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Great Wilbraham 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 Great Wilbraham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Great Wilbraham has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Great Wilbraham 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Great Wilbraham, 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, 68 planning applications were submitted near Great Wilbraham. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were tree works (25), full planning applications (15), listed building and heritage (8).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Great Wilbraham?
In the last 24 months, 68 planning applications were submitted near Great Wilbraham. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Great Wilbraham?
The average planning decision time near Great Wilbraham is 51 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 Great Wilbraham?
The planning approval rate near Great Wilbraham is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Great Wilbraham?
The most common type of planning application near Great Wilbraham is tree works applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Great Wilbraham?
You can search and track planning applications near Great Wilbraham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.