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Planning in Sawtry

Approved
90%
46 of 50 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Sawtry

Sawtry is a village and civil parish located in Huntingdonshire, Cambridgeshire, approximately 8 miles north of Huntingdon. With a population exceeding 6,000 residents, it serves as a key community within this non-metropolitan district, making it a relevant area for planning applications and local development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,873 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Huntingdonshire district.

Property prices in Sawtry show an average sale price of £346,669, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sawtry 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 Sawtry a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sawtry 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.sawtry.net/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Sawtry, 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, 72 planning applications were submitted near Sawtry. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (25), discharge of conditions (18), tree works (15). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sawtry?
In the last 24 months, 72 planning applications were submitted near Sawtry. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sawtry?
The average planning decision time near Sawtry is 67 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 Sawtry?
The planning approval rate near Sawtry is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sawtry?
The most common type of planning application near Sawtry is full planning applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sawtry?
You can search and track planning applications near Sawtry on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.