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Planning in Upend

Only 5 decisions near Upend in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Upend

Upend is a quaint hamlet located in the east of Cambridgeshire, approximately five miles southeast of Newmarket. Nestled within the parish of Kirtling, Upend was historically known as Upheme, an Old English term meaning "the up-dwelling." Once potentially a distinct village, Upend has been integrated into Kirtling since before the Norman Conquest in 1066, making it an area of interest for those researching local planning applications and historical development.

Property prices in Upend show an average sale price of £312,250, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Upend 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 Upend a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upend 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 Upend, 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, 7 planning applications were submitted near Upend.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upend?
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Upend.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upend?
The most common type of planning application near Upend is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upend?
You can search and track planning applications near Upend on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.