How long do planning decisions take near Newtown?

The average planning decision time near Newtown 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 Newtown?

The planning approval rate near Newtown is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Newtown?

The most common type of planning application near Newtown is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Newtown?

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Newtown, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Newtown, Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Newtown are administered by Huntingdonshire District Council. View the full Huntingdonshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £229,900 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Huntingdonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Huntingdon
LSOA: Huntingdonshire 006B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Newtown.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Newtown.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Newtown based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Newtown.

- 33 Hunters Way Kimbolton Huntingdon PE28 0JF
Variation of Condition 2 (Approved Plans) of 25/02271/HHFUL (Two-storey rear extension and internal alterations)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-04-27
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- Kimbolton School Preparatory Department Tilbrook Road Kimbolton Huntingdon PE28 0JJ
Installation of 196 solar photovoltaic panels to roof of Hunter Hall
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-02-27
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- The Old Chapel 39 Thrapston Road Kimbolton Huntingdon PE28 0HW
Display of PVC banner on the boundary fence fronting highway (retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2025-09-23
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- 7 The Chestnuts Kimbolton Huntingdon PE28 0EZ
Single storey extension to rear and front door canopy to the side
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-10-27
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- 6 Station Road Kimbolton Huntingdon PE28 0HS
00/86 T14 Lime Tree - Fell tree Rotten tree, already has large branches falling on to shed and in to garden Very near house, shed and sun room and is likely to fall down in the near future.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-03-24
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- Wornditch Farm Tilbrook Road Kimbolton Huntingdon PE28 0ED
Construction of garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2017-02-09
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A brief summary of Newtown in Cambridgeshire

Newtown is a settlement located in Cambridgeshire, England.

Property prices in Newtown show an average sale price of £229,900, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Newtown a particularly low-crime area.

Newtown has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Stonely, Kimbolton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Newtown includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Newtown 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.

Planning Activity in Newtown

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Newtown. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Newtown.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Newtown were tree works (3), full planning applications (2), outline applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 13 smaller schemes were submitted.

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