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Planning in Little Gransden

Approved
86%
65 of 72 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Little Gransden

Postcode districts

SG19 191 applications in the last 12 monthsSG18 147 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Huntingdonshire District Council

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About Little Gransden

Little Gransden is a picturesque civil parish and village located in South Cambridgeshire, England, approximately 11 miles from Cambridge. The population has grown from 262 in 2001 to 296 in 2011, including the nearby area of Waresley. Notably, the village features two airfields, one of which has historical significance from World War II, making it a point of interest for potential development and planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 287 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Cambridgeshire district.

Property prices in Little Gransden show an average sale price of £359,709, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Little Gransden 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 Little Gransden a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Little Gransden has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Little Gransden 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 Little Gransden, 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, 104 planning applications were submitted near Little Gransden. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (42), full planning applications (16), discharge of conditions (14). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Little Gransden?
In the last 24 months, 104 planning applications were submitted near Little Gransden. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Little Gransden?
The average planning decision time near Little Gransden is 53 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 Gransden?
The planning approval rate near Little Gransden is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Little Gransden?
The most common type of planning application near Little Gransden is tree works applications, with 42 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Little Gransden?
You can search and track planning applications near Little Gransden on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.