Reach, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Reach, Cambridgeshire.
Cambridgeshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Reach are administered by East Cambridgeshire District Council. View the full East Cambridgeshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Reach
Reach is a quaint village and civil parish located in East Cambridgeshire, England, positioned on the edge of the fenland at the north end of Devil's Dyke. Situated approximately 1.5 miles west of Burwell, this small community offers a unique blend of rural charm and historical significance, making it a potential area of interest for planning applications.
Population: 329 (2021)
District: East Cambridgeshire
Website: http://www.reach-village.co.uk/
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Area Information
- Admin district: East Cambridgeshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Ely and East Cambridgeshire
- LSOA: East Cambridgeshire 008C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Reach.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Reach.
- 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 Reach based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Reach.
- - 32 Great Lane Reach Cambridge CB25 0JF
T1 Sorbus Majestica - Remove
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-07-06
View full details - - Prospect Farm 40 Great Lane Reach Cambridge CB25 0JF
T1 Apple - Reduce crown by up to 2m
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-02-13
View full details - - 9 Burwell Road Reach Cambridge CB25 0JH
T1 Tree of Heaven - Fell due to lifting of patio and damage to summer house
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - 9 Burwell Road Reach Cambridge CB25 0JH
T2 Lime - Trim to give 1.5m clearance from phone line
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - The Dykes End 8 Fair Green Reach Cambridgeshire CB25 0JD
To discharge Condition 3 (Window Details) of decision 25/00950/FUL dated 29th October for replacement of existing front windows and associated works
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - Delph End Cottage 26 Great Lane Reach Cambridge CB25 0JF
T1 Sycamore - Reduce to 3m in height T2 Ash - Remove due to poor health T3 Lime - No work T4 Oak - No work
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-11-10
View full details - - 31 Great Lane Reach Cambridge CB25 0JF
Single storey rear extension, installation of an air source heat pump and energy efficiency improvements
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-10-16
View full details - - Land South West Of Hill Farm Fair Green Reach
To Vary Condition 11 (width of access) of previously approved 18/01397/OUT, dated 5 April 2019 for demolition of existing agricultural buildings, construction of two detached bungalows, associated par
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2025-09-08
View full details - - Land Opposite 20 Burwell Road Reach Cambridgeshire CB25 0JH
To Vary Condition 1 (Approved Plans) and Condition 3 (Materials) of previously approved 20/00588/RMA dated 29 September 2020 for Reserved Matters of appearance and landscaping for erection of 3 dwelli
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2024-07-15
View full details - - Boutles Barn Great Lane Reach Cambridge CB25 0JF
T1 Eucalyptus - Reduce to 6 to 3m in height due to crown dieback
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Cambridgeshire | Date: 2023-07-07
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A brief summary of Reach in Cambridgeshire
Reach is a quaint village and civil parish located in East Cambridgeshire, England, positioned on the edge of the fenland at the north end of Devil's Dyke. Situated approximately 1.5 miles west of Burwell, this small community offers a unique blend of rural charm and historical significance, making it a potential area of interest for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 329 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Cambridgeshire district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Reach a particularly low-crime area.
Reach has one conservation area within its boundaries: Reach. 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 Reach includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Devil's Dyke 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, Reach planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.reach-village.co.uk/. 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 Reach
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Reach. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Reach maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
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 Reach were tree works (5), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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