How long do planning decisions take near Holywell?

The average planning decision time near Holywell is 42 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 Holywell?

The planning approval rate near Holywell is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Holywell?

The most common type of planning application near Holywell is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Holywell, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Holywell, Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · settlement

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

About Holywell

Holywell is a village located in the civil parish of Holywell-cum-Needingworth, approximately 6 miles east of Huntingdon in Cambridgeshire, England. Nestled within the Huntingdonshire district, the village boasts a rich historical background, making it a noteworthy area for potential planning applications and developments.

Population: 2,517

District: Huntingdonshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £207,575 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Huntingdonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Huntingdon
LSOA: Huntingdonshire 011B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Holywell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Holywell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Holywell.

- Reed Cottage Holywell Front Holywell St Ives PE27 4TG
Alteration and extension of the existing chimney pots and repainting of the external building and windows
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2025-11-14
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- Wren Cottage Back Lane Holywell St Ives PE27 4TQ
T1 Cherry: reduce crown by 2m T2 Pear on Right Boundary: Reduce height by 1.2m T3 Plum on Right Boundary: Fell close to ground level T4 Crab Apple: Reduce laterally by 2m to edge of pond and lawn T5 C
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2025-10-14
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- Goodyers Farm Holywell Front Holywell St Ives PE27 4TG
Repair/replace a road frontage low brick wall with access steps to the above property (part retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2024-12-11
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- The Croft Holywell Front Holywell St Ives PE27 4TG
G1 3x Cherry Plum at front corner of garage: reduce height by 2.5m and prune to shape T1 Silver Birch: fell largely dead tree close to ground level
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2024-11-29
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- Langdale Back Lane Holywell St Ives PE27 4TQ
G1 4 x Birch at side of house: reduce laterally away from house by approx. 1.5m, to clear house by 1.5 - 2m. T1 1 x Birch in centre of lawn: reduce crown by approx. 2 - 2.5m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2024-05-17
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A brief summary of Holywell in Cambridgeshire

Property prices in Holywell show an average sale price of £207,575, 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 Holywell a particularly low-crime area.

Holywell has one conservation area within its boundaries: Holywell. 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.

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Planning Activity in Holywell

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Holywell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

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

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Holywell were tree works (7), 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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