Search Melbourn planning applications

15 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Melbourn · updated daily · South Cambridgeshire District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 15 · received or decided in the last 90 days

65 Orchard Road Melbourn Cambridgeshire SG8 6BBAwaiting decisionErection of 5 no. dwellings to the rear and associated access from Orchard Road.Received 4 Nov 202626/04154/FUL
1 Drury Lane Melbourn Cambridgeshire SG8 6EPAwaiting decisionT1 Robinia - Remove to ground level.Received 4 Nov 202626/1297/TTCA
3 The Lawns Melbourn Cambridgeshire SG8 6BAAwaiting decisionT1 Sycamore Crown reduce by 4 metres (Previous pruning points)Received 4 Nov 202626/1267/TTPO
4 Greenbanks Melbourn Cambridgeshire SG8 6ASAwaiting decisionTwo storey front and side extensions and part single storey front extension.Received 2 Nov 202626/04119/HFUL
6 Little Lane Melbourn Cambridgeshire SG8 6BUAwaiting decisionPlum tree x 2 - Remove Plum tree 1 has snapped during the storm and is now laying on the clients roof, this will need full removal and Removal of a second plum tree which will be unsafe as it has grown at a 50-60 degree angle away from the main one. Once we remove the first one this will then become unsafe.Received 28 Oct 202626/1252/TTCA

Planning in Melbourn

Approved: 88%; 23 of 24 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

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

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SG8 601 applications in the last 12 months

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Planning authority: South Cambridgeshire District Council

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About Melbourn

Melbourn is a vibrant village located in the far south-west of Cambridgeshire, England, with a population exceeding 4,600 residents. The village features a traditional high street that is bypassed by the A10, providing easy access to nearby Royston, Hertfordshire, just 3 miles (4.8 km) away. As part of the South Cambridgeshire district, Melbourn presents various opportunities for planning applications in a well-connected community. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,900 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Cambridgeshire district.

Melbourn covers an area of approximately 1490.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Melbourn show an average sale price of £425,178, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Melbourn 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 Melbourn 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, Melbourn 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 Melbourn, 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, 61 planning applications were submitted near Melbourn. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were tree works (24), full planning applications (8), outline applications (8).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Melbourn?

In the last 24 months, 61 planning applications were submitted near Melbourn. The approval rate is 88%.

How long do planning decisions take near Melbourn?

The average planning decision time near Melbourn is 47 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 Melbourn?

The planning approval rate near Melbourn is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Melbourn?

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

How can I track planning applications near Melbourn?

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