Cambourne planning approval rate
Cambourne ward in Cambridge has a 92.1% approval rate based on 76 planning decisions. Cambridge overall: 90.4%.
Last updated: May 2026
92.1%
ward approval rate
76
Decisions
70
Approved
6
Refused
90.4%
Cambridge average
Cambourne is broadly in line with the Cambridge average — neither notably strict nor notably permissive.
How Cambourne compares
Cambourne ward
92.1%
Cambridge overall
90.4%
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Recent decisions in Cambourne
Loft conversion with rear dormer and roof light to front elevation · Thu 22 Apr 2021
Loft conversion with side gable roof · Wed 07 Apr 2021
Part garage conversion · Wed 07 Apr 2021
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