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Planning in Guilden Morden

Approved
75%
9 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Guilden Morden

Guilden Morden is a picturesque village and parish in Cambridgeshire, situated approximately 16 miles southwest of Cambridge and 9 miles west of Royston in Hertfordshire. The village benefits from convenient transport links, with the Ashwell and Morden railway station located just 3 miles to the south in the neighbouring parish of Steeple Morden, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 933 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Cambridgeshire district.

Property prices in Guilden Morden show an average sale price of £425,178, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Guilden Morden 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 Guilden Morden 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, Guilden Morden 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Guilden Morden, 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, 27 planning applications were submitted near Guilden Morden. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were tree works (12), full planning applications (4), outline applications (4).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Guilden Morden?
In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Guilden Morden. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Guilden Morden?
The average planning decision time near Guilden Morden is 46 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 Guilden Morden?
The planning approval rate near Guilden Morden is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Guilden Morden?
The most common type of planning application near Guilden Morden is tree works applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Guilden Morden?
You can search and track planning applications near Guilden Morden on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.