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Planning in Longstowe

Only 2 decisions near Longstowe in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Longstowe

Longstowe is a quaint civil parish and rural village in South Cambridgeshire, England, home to approximately 200 residents, as recorded in the 2011 census. Located 12 miles west of Cambridge, the village lies alongside the A1198 road and stretches about a mile along the B1046, making it a notable area for planners considering local development and infrastructure projects.

Property prices in Longstowe 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 Longstowe 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 Longstowe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Longstowe 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 Longstowe, 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, 5 planning applications were submitted near Longstowe.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Longstowe?
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Longstowe.
What types of planning applications are most common near Longstowe?
The most common type of planning application near Longstowe is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Longstowe?
You can search and track planning applications near Longstowe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.