Orwell, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Orwell, Cambridgeshire.
Cambridgeshire · England · settlement
About Orwell
Orwell is a quaint rural village situated in South Cambridgeshire, just outside of Cambridge. Known for its picturesque countryside and close-knit community, it represents a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility to urban amenities, making it an interesting location for planning applications and development opportunities.
Population: 1,145 (2021)
District: South Cambridgeshire
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £467,150 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Hertfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: North East Hertfordshire
- LSOA: North Hertfordshire 002D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Orwell.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Orwell.
- 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 Orwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Orwell.
- - 11 Fishers Lane Orwell Cambridgeshire SG8 5QX
Extend existing C20th Garage outbuilding to rear to provide annex. New fence/gate and car charger. Extend the dropped kerb to allow access to drive from both directions of the road to make it safe.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - 37 Hillside Orwell Cambridgeshire SG8 5QZ
Certificate of lawfulness under S192 for garage conversion into habitable living space and replace existing fenestration and doors.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - - Willow Barn Lotfield Street Orwell Cambridgeshire SG8 5QT
Installation of EV Charger on side wall of cart lodge.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - 29 High Street Orwell Cambridgeshire SG8 5QN
Certificate of lawfulness under S192 for the installation of solar panels to the South facing roof and battery system.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-12-29
View full details - - 59 High Street Orwell Cambridgeshire SG8 5QN
Submission of details required for conditions 3(a) (joinery and glazing) and (b) (draining of rainwater) of Listed Building consent 25/02973/LBC
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-10-01
View full details - - Rickyard Cottage Malton Road Orwell Cambridgeshire SG8 5QR
T1 - Field Maple - To shape entire crown all around by trimming back to previous trim line. Reduce all live branches, 0.5-1 metres length reduction. T2 - Robinia - Remove.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-05-07
View full details - - 59 High Street Orwell Cambridgeshire SG8 5QN
Re-thatch existing roof with new premium water reed.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-04-02
View full details - - 2A Lotfield Street Orwell Cambridgeshire SG8 5QT
Submission of details required by conditions 3(Ecology Enhancement Scheme), 4(Energy Statement) and 6(Piling Method Statement) of planning permission 23/04383/FUL.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2024-08-09
View full details - - 22-24 High Street Orwell Cambridgeshire SG8 5QN
Submission of details required by condition 16 (Water consumption - Residential Details) of planning permission 22/02956/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2023-11-13
View full details - - 22-24 High Street Orwell Cambridgeshire SG8 5QN
Submission of details required by condition 3 (external render) of planning permission 22/02956/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Cambridgeshire | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Orwell in Cambridgeshire
Orwell is a quaint rural village situated in South Cambridgeshire, just outside of Cambridge. Known for its picturesque countryside and close-knit community, it represents a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility to urban amenities, making it an interesting location for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,145 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Cambridgeshire district.
Property prices in Orwell show an average sale price of £467,150, 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 Orwell a particularly low-crime area.
Orwell has one conservation area within its boundaries: Orwell. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Orwell includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Orwell Clunch Pit SSSI. 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, Orwell 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 Orwell
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Orwell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Orwell may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Orwell were outline applications (6), discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (4).
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