Suburbs and approaches
The historic significance and character of the centre of Cambridge is well researched and evident in its buildings.
The importance of the approaches into the city, however, has not previously been assessed.
The documents below are the result of rapid assessments of the main roads into the city centre.
Although they have no statutory status, they provide assessments of local distinctiveness which can be used as a basis when considering planning proposals.
- Barton Road suburbs and approaches [PDF, 2MB]
- Hills Road suburbs and approaches [PDF, 5MB]
- Huntingdon Road suburbs and approaches [PDF, 3MB]
- Long Road suburbs and approaches [PDF, 3MB]
- Madingley Road suburbs and approaches [PDF, 1.5MB]
- Newmarket Road suburbs and approaches [PDF, 3.5MB]
- Trumpington Road suburbs and approaches [PDF, 6.5MB]
District design guides
Design Codes can be a useful tool for delivering high quality, coordinated development for major development sites.