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Planning in Papworth Everard

Approved
100%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Papworth Everard

Papworth Everard is a village located in Cambridgeshire, England, approximately ten miles west of Cambridge and six miles south of Huntingdon. The village is historically significant, with Ermine Street, an ancient Roman highway, running through its centre, serving as a key route from London to York. Recent infrastructure developments, including a bypass, have reduced traffic on Ermine Street, creating a more tranquil environment within the village, which may influence future planning applications and developments in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,820 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Cambridgeshire district.

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

The area around Papworth Everard has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Papworth Everard 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 Papworth Everard, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Papworth Everard. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (7), tree works (5), advertising consent (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Papworth Everard?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Papworth Everard. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Papworth Everard?
The average planning decision time near Papworth Everard is 41 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 Papworth Everard?
The planning approval rate near Papworth Everard is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Papworth Everard?
The most common type of planning application near Papworth Everard is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Papworth Everard?
You can search and track planning applications near Papworth Everard on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.