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Planning in Steeple Morden

Approved
87%
41 of 46 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Steeple Morden

Steeple Morden is a civil parish and village located in South Cambridgeshire, England, approximately 15 miles southwest of Cambridge and 5 miles west of Royston. This picturesque village may offer various planning opportunities and developments within its local government framework. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,188 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Cambridgeshire district.

Property prices in Steeple Morden show an average sale price of £425,178, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Steeple Morden a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Steeple Morden 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 Steeple Morden, 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, 67 planning applications were submitted near Steeple Morden. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were tree works (28), full planning applications (15), discharge of conditions (13).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Steeple Morden?
In the last 24 months, 67 planning applications were submitted near Steeple Morden. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Steeple Morden?
The average planning decision time near Steeple Morden is 55 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 Steeple Morden?
The planning approval rate near Steeple Morden is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Steeple Morden?
The most common type of planning application near Steeple Morden is tree works applications, with 28 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Steeple Morden?
You can search and track planning applications near Steeple Morden on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.