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Planning in Stapleford

Approved
74%
26 of 30 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Stapleford

Stapleford, a picturesque village in Cambridgeshire, is situated about 4 miles south of Cambridge along the River Granta. With historical roots dating back to 956, the village retains its original name, reflecting its long-standing heritage. Notably, Stapleford is home to Wandlebury Ring, an Iron Age hill fort that dates back to the 3rd century BC. Recently, the village gained attention as the ancestral home of Thomas Blossom, an ancestor of Barack Obama, adding a unique dimension to its local history. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,001 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Cambridgeshire district.

Property prices in Stapleford show an average sale price of £496,489, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stapleford 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://staplefordcambs.org.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Stapleford, 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, 78 planning applications were submitted near Stapleford. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (25), tree works (18), discharge of conditions (14). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stapleford?
In the last 24 months, 78 planning applications were submitted near Stapleford. The approval rate is 74%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stapleford?
The average planning decision time near Stapleford is 59 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 Stapleford?
The planning approval rate near Stapleford is 74%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stapleford?
The most common type of planning application near Stapleford is full planning applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stapleford?
You can search and track planning applications near Stapleford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.