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Planning in Little Abington

Approved
87%
13 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Little Abington

Little Abington is part of a dual-village community in South Cambridgeshire, situated approximately 7 miles (11 km) southeast of Cambridge. Alongside its neighbour, Great Abington, this quaint village offers a unique character and charm, making it an area of interest for those researching planning applications and local development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 490 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Cambridgeshire district.

The area around Little Abington has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Little Abington 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 Little Abington, 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, 42 planning applications were submitted near Little Abington. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (12), tree works (10), full planning applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Little Abington?
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Little Abington. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Little Abington?
The average planning decision time near Little Abington is 48 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 Little Abington?
The planning approval rate near Little Abington is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Little Abington?
The most common type of planning application near Little Abington is discharge of conditions, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Little Abington?
You can search and track planning applications near Little Abington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.