Long Road, Cambridge CB2

5 Bedroom | Freehold

A rare opportunity to a acquire a plot with full planning permission for a generous self/custom build detached dwelling in a highly desirable location. Full planning has been granted under the following reference number 25/04036/S73.

Development Opportunity – 0.21 Acre Plot with Full Planning Permission


A rare opportunity to acquire a generous 0.21acre site on one of Cambridge’s most sought after residential roads, benefiting from approved planning permission for the construction of a substantial, detached 5 bedroom family home. This represents an exceptional opportunity for a self-builder, developer, or private buyer wishing to create a premium bespoke residence.

Planning Permission Summary

Planning Reference: 25/04036/S73
Decision Date: 3 December 2025
Local Authority: Cambridge City Council

The permission grants a Section 73 variation to amend the previously approved scheme (ref 24/04628/FUL) for a replacement self/custom-build detached dwelling with associated bike/refuse store. The variation allows:

A two storey front extension
Single storey rear pergola
Gablet hipped roof alteration
Revised fenestration


Approved Dwelling – Key Design Features

The approved home is a substantial 2storey detached property designed by Cameron Bosque Brookes Architects.
Key internal spaces from the architectural plans include:

Ground Floor

Large open plan kitchen (35.5 m²)
Living area (45 m²)
Utility (7 m²)
Boot room (12.5 m²)
Hall (29 m²)
Pantry (4.5 m²)
Bedroom (11.5 m²)
Garage (25 m²)


First Floor

Main bedroom (28.5 m²) with ensuite (10.5 m²) and dresser (8.5 m²)
Additional three bedrooms: 25.5 m², 22 m², 15 m²
Office (11.5 m²)
Two further ensuites and family bathroom
Spacious landing (15.5 m²)

Architectural & Exterior Design

The elevations illustrate a contemporary and high quality materials palette including:

Proposed brick and stone
Grey aluminium windows and rainwater goods
Dark render
Timber pergola
Sedum/green roof features


Conditions & Requirements

The planning permission is subject to standard and site-specific conditions of which are listed on the Decision Notice. Some of these conditions have already been addressed. Please contact the agents for more information.


Location

Long Road is located in the south of the city, and is well served with amenities including Waitrose supermarket just over 1 mile away, and an abundance of eateries, petrol station and a parade of shops.

Addenbrookes Hospital and Biomedical Campus is 1 mile away and is easily commutable by bike or walking along a designated pathway.

Independent schools for all age groups are available in Cambridge city including St Marys, The Perse, St Faith’s and The Leys along or just off Trumpington Road/Street which can be reached via a designated cycle route into Cambridge. There are two primary schools in Trumpington which feed into the recently opened Trumpington Community College.

There are many open public spaces in the vicinity including those at Byron’s Pool and Grantchester Meadows, Coe Fen and Lammas Land, along with the new country park at Great Kneighton which is situated on the outskirts and to the east of Trumpington.

Long Road lies close to the M11 at Junction 11 which heads south towards Stansted Airport, London and the M25 and north towards A14, A1, M1 and M6. There are regular train services from Cambridge into London from around 50 minutes. There is also a cycle route along the guided bus way into Cambridge.

All distances and times are approximate.

SERVICES
It is believed that all services are connected to the property, however interested parties are advised to do their own due diligence.

VAT
It is understood that the vendor has not elected to tax the property. All bids should consider VAT accordingly.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment only with the sales agent.

Disclaimer – The information given is without responsibility on the part of the agent (sellers) and you should not rely on the information being factually accurate about the property. Neither Carter Jonas LLP nor anyone in its employment or acting on its behalf have the authority to make any representation or warranty in relation to this property. The areas, measurements and distances are approximate only.