How long do planning decisions take near Whaddon?

The average planning decision time near Whaddon is 42 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 Whaddon?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Whaddon?

The most common type of planning application near Whaddon is listed building consent applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Whaddon?

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Whaddon, Cambridgeshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Whaddon, Cambridgeshire.

Cambridgeshire · England · settlement

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

About Whaddon

Whaddon is a quaint village and civil parish located in South Cambridgeshire, England, approximately 6 kilometres (3.7 miles) north of Royston. This picturesque area may be of interest for planning applications, given its community-focused atmosphere and proximity to larger towns.

Population: 565 (2021)

District: South Cambridgeshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £425,178 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Cambridgeshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Cambridgeshire
LSOA: South Cambridgeshire 019A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Whaddon.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Whaddon based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Whaddon in Cambridgeshire

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

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

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Planning Activity in Whaddon

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Whaddon. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

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

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Whaddon were listed building and heritage (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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