How long do planning decisions take near Kingston?

The average planning decision time near Kingston is 58 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 Kingston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Kingston?

The most common type of planning application near Kingston is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kingston?

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Kingston, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kingston, Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · settlement

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

About Kingston

Kingston is a quaint village and parish located in Cambridgeshire, East of England, just 7 miles west of Cambridge. With a population that grew from 214 in 2001 to 238 in 2011, Kingston offers a small community atmosphere, making it a unique area for potential planning applications and local developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £496,489 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Cambridgeshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Cambridgeshire
LSOA: South Cambridgeshire 014D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kingston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kingston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Kingston.

- Paynes Farm Field Road Kingston Cambridgeshire CB23 2NQ
Silver birches x 2 - Reduce the height of the crown on both trees to between 10m and 12m. Note - both silver birch have grown so high that branches have started to break off in high winds posing a thr
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-07-06
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26/0676/TTCA - Paynes Farm Field Road Kingston Cambridgeshire CB23 2NQ
Silver birches x 2 - Reduce the height of the crown on both trees to between 10m and 12m. Note - both silver birch have grown so high that branches have started to break off in high winds posing a thr
Status: Undecided | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-07-06
26/0676/TTCA - Paynes Farm Field Road Kingston Cambridgeshire CB23 2NQ
Silver birches x 2 - Reduce the height of the crown on both trees to between 10m and 12m. Note - both silver birch have grown so high that branches have started to break off in high winds posing a thr
Status: Undecided | Council: Cambridge | Date: 2026-07-06
- The Old Rectory Rectory Lane Kingston Cambridgeshire CB23 2NL
Submission of details required by condition 3 (Precise Details) and 4 (Materials Details) of listed building consent 25/02531/LBC
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-04-07
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- Highbank Church Lane Kingston Cambridgeshire CB23 2NG
T5 - Birch - Fell Reason - This is due to the tree being too close to the garage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-03-23
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- Highbank Church Lane Kingston Cambridgeshire CB23 2NG
T1 - Bay Laurel, Fell? T2 - Corkscrew Willow, Fell? T3 - Cherry Plum Tree, Fell? T4 - Field Maple Tree, Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-02-11
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- Carey Hill Church Lane Kingston Cambridgeshire CB23 2NG
Felling of T1 - Lawson Cypress.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-10-02
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- The Dovecot Church Lane Kingston Cambridgeshire CB23 2NG
Repair, refurbishment and single storey front extension to existing listed building. Construction of annex, garage and summer house. Extension to existing garage / workshop.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-05-06
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- The Thatches The Green Kingston Cambridgeshire CB23 2NL
T1 Willow in neighbouring property on ditch bank. Remove lower limb leaning at an angle and reduce remaining overhanging limbs above that limb by up to 3ms to minimise likelihood of branch failure.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2023-10-18
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- Old Mead House Rectory Lane Kingston Cambridgeshire CB23 2NL
Pear Tree - Fell due to the close proximity to the house. The tree is the cause of the external and internal damp in the property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2023-10-04
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A brief summary of Kingston in Cambridgeshire

Property prices in Kingston show an average sale price of £496,489, 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 Kingston a particularly low-crime area.

Kingston has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Kingston, Caldecote. 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 Kingston includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hardwick Wood SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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, Kingston 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 Kingston

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Kingston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

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

At 58 days on average, decisions near Kingston slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Kingston were tree works (5), discharge of conditions (5), 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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