How long do planning decisions take near Hemingford Abbots?

The average planning decision time near Hemingford Abbots is 57 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 Hemingford Abbots?

The planning approval rate near Hemingford Abbots is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hemingford Abbots?

The most common type of planning application near Hemingford Abbots is tree works applications, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hemingford Abbots?

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Hemingford Abbots, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hemingford Abbots, Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hemingford Abbots are administered by Huntingdonshire District Council. View the full Huntingdonshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Hemingford Abbots

Hemingford Abbots is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Huntingdonshire, Cambridgeshire, approximately 3 miles east of Huntingdon. This charming community is nearly contiguous with the adjacent village of Hemingford Grey, making it an integral part of the local landscape. As a non-metropolitan district, Hemingford Abbots offers a blend of historical significance and rural charm, presenting opportunities for planning applications that enhance its development while preserving its character.

Population: 621 (2021)

District: Huntingdonshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £371,290 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Huntingdonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Huntingdon
LSOA: Huntingdonshire 015A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hemingford Abbots.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hemingford Abbots based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Hemingford Abbots.

- Hemingford Park Common Lane Hemingford Abbots
Discharge of conditions 5 (NMP), 7 (OMP), 15 (Acoustic), 16 (Landscaping), 17 (Fire Hydrants) of permission 25/01248/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-02-11
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A brief summary of Hemingford Abbots in Cambridgeshire

Property prices in Hemingford Abbots show an average sale price of £371,290, 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 Hemingford Abbots a particularly low-crime area.

Hemingford Abbots has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hemingfords, Houghton and Wyton. 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 Hemingford Abbots includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Godmanchester Eastside Common SSSI. 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 Hemingford Abbots

In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Hemingford Abbots. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hemingford Abbots may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Hemingford Abbots slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Hemingford Abbots were tree works (20), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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