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38 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Longstanton · updated daily · South Cambridgeshire District Council

Only 7 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 38 · received or decided in the last 12 months

9 Hart Close Longstanton Cambridgeshire CB24 3EXAwaiting decisionSingle storey rear and side extensions and new front porch/entranceReceived 5 Nov 202626/04167/HFUL
9 Stokes Close Longstanton Cambridgeshire CB24 3FGAwaiting decisionT1, T2, T3 - Elm - Fell Reason - Dead due to Dutch Elm Disease T4, T6 and T10 - Elm - Fell and remove fallen dead elm T5 and T8 - Elm - Remove Deadwood T7 and T9 - Elm - Reduce height by 5 metres to a finished height of 7 metres. Reason - taller than top of the house roof) need reducing in height by 5 m to a height of 7 m for safety reasons as due to their existing height and distance from the house (10m), if they were to fall towards the house, they would hit the house based on their current size and if to fall sideways would break the boundary fencesReceived 2 Oct 202626/1113/TTPO
87 High Street Longstanton Cambridgeshire CB24 3BSAwaiting decisionSingle storey side extension, single storey front extension and new porch to the front elevationReceived 22 Sep 202626/03601/HFUL
16 Swallow Close Longstanton Cambridgeshire CB24 3EUApprovedGarage extension.Householder Works/ExtensionReceived 13 Aug 2026Decided 9 Oct 202626/03088/HFUL
15 High Street Longstanton Cambridgeshire CB24 3BPRefusedConversion and change of use of an existing two storey brick barn from use Class B1a to 1 No. dwellinghouse Class C3 and conversion of storage areas to rear to habitable spacePrior ApprovalReceived 3 Aug 2026Decided 28 Sep 202626/02923/PRIOR

Planning in Longstanton

Approved: 91%; 10 of 11 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

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

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Around Longstanton

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CB24 453 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: South Cambridgeshire District Council

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About Longstanton

Longstanton is a village and civil parish located in South Cambridgeshire, approximately 6 miles northwest of Cambridge city centre. Spanning 2,775 acres, it was formed in 1953 from the amalgamation of the parishes of Long Stanton All Saints and Long Stanton St Michael. The village retains the alternative name Long Stanton, particularly in ecclesiastical contexts and when referencing its historical parishes, making it a unique area for planning considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,286 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Cambridgeshire district.

Property prices in Longstanton show an average sale price of £496,489, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Longstanton 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 Longstanton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Longstanton 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 Longstanton, 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, 52 planning applications were submitted near Longstanton. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (19), full planning applications (8), tree works (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Longstanton?

In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Longstanton. The approval rate is 91%.

How long do planning decisions take near Longstanton?

The average planning decision time near Longstanton is 52 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 Longstanton?

The planning approval rate near Longstanton is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Longstanton?

The most common type of planning application near Longstanton is discharge of conditions, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Longstanton?

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