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Planning in Pampisford

Approved
88%
56 of 60 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Pampisford

Pampisford is a village located south of Cambridge, along the A505 road near Sawston in Cambridgeshire. Its strategic position makes it an area of interest for planning applications, providing easy access to both the city and surrounding regions. The settlement has a population of approximately 361 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Cambridgeshire district.

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

The area around Pampisford has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pampisford 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 Pampisford, 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, 92 planning applications were submitted near Pampisford. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (26), tree works (17), discharge of conditions (14).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pampisford?
In the last 24 months, 92 planning applications were submitted near Pampisford. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pampisford?
The average planning decision time near Pampisford is 66 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 Pampisford?
The planning approval rate near Pampisford is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pampisford?
The most common type of planning application near Pampisford is full planning applications, with 26 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pampisford?
You can search and track planning applications near Pampisford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.