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Ely East planning approval rate

Ely East ward in East Cambridgeshire has a 93.0% approval rate based on 876 planning decisions. East Cambridgeshire overall: 90.5%.

Last updated: March 2026

93.0%
ward approval rate
876
Decisions
815
Approved
61
Refused
90.5%
East Cambridgeshire average

Ely East sits slightly above the East Cambridgeshire average, with a 2.5 point advantage. Planning outcomes here are generally favourable.

How Ely East compares

Ely East ward (876 decided)
93.0%
East Cambridgeshire overall (10,928 decided)
90.5%
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Recent decisions in Ely East

Convert an existing class E unit into C3 dwelling. Single storey rear extension, · Mon 02 Mar 2026
Refused
Single storey extension to rear, roof window, external and internal alterations · Fri 27 Feb 2026
Approved
Replacement garden studio · Wed 25 Feb 2026
Approved
Single storey extension to rear, part garage conversion, internal and external a · Mon 16 Feb 2026
Approved
Partial demolition of WC, erection of single storey extension and internal renov · Fri 13 Feb 2026
Approved

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Less than one set of revised drawings. Based on 10,928 decisions.

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