How long do planning decisions take near Stetchworth?

The average planning decision time near Stetchworth is 28 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 Stetchworth?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Stetchworth?

The most common type of planning application near Stetchworth is amendment applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stetchworth?

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Stetchworth, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stetchworth, Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Stetchworth are administered by East Cambridgeshire District Council. View the full East Cambridgeshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Stetchworth

Stetchworth is a quaint village and civil parish located in East Cambridgeshire, England. Situated just 3 miles south of Newmarket, a prominent horse-racing hub, and approximately 12 miles east of Cambridge, Stetchworth offers a strategic location for potential planning applications in a serene rural setting.

Population: 656 (2021)

District: East Cambridgeshire

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Area Information

Admin district: East Cambridgeshire
Parliamentary constituency: Ely and East Cambridgeshire
LSOA: East Cambridgeshire 011C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stetchworth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stetchworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Stetchworth in Cambridgeshire

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Stetchworth includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Devil's Dyke SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Stetchworth

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Stetchworth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 28 days.

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

The average decision time of 28 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Stetchworth were amendments (1).

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