How long do planning decisions take near Sapley?

The average planning decision time near Sapley is 68 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 Sapley?

The planning approval rate near Sapley is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sapley?

The most common type of planning application near Sapley is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sapley?

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Sapley, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sapley, Cambridgeshire.

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About Sapley

Sapley is a historic village in Cambridgeshire that has evolved into a suburb of Huntingdon, located within the Huntingdonshire district. Its blend of rich history and suburban development may present various opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Huntingdonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Huntingdon
LSOA: Huntingdonshire 014F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Sapley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Sapley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Sapley.

- Land East Of Pavillion Stoney Close Huntingdon
Installation of 20m Phase 7 monopole with wraparound cabinet supporting 9no. antennas, 2no. 300mm transmission dishes and ancillary development thereto
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-02-17
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- 181 Sapley Road Hartford Huntingdon PE29 1YT
Single storey pitched roof extension to rear of property. Minor modifications to existing door and window openings. Internal alterations. Replacement doors and windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2026-01-23
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- Community Centre Medway Road Huntingdon
Non Material Amendment to change the description of development to remove reference to the number of care home bedrooms for 20/00942/OUT
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-04-27
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- The Chase Medway Road Huntingdon PE29 1SF
Erection of various non-illuminated, wall mounted signs and free standing way finding signage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Huntingdonshire | Date: 2023-04-25
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A brief summary of Sapley in Cambridgeshire

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

Sapley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hartford, Huntingdon. 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 Sapley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Great Stukeley Railway Cutting SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Sapley

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Sapley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Sapley may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 68 days on average, decisions near Sapley slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Sapley were full planning applications (5), tree works (3), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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