Wicken Conservation Area
Wicken is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 9.2 hectares of protected landscape. The area has been designated to preserve its distinctive character, including its historic buildings, street patterns, and open spaces. Within the conservation area there are 17 listed buildings of architectural or historic importance.
At 9.2 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.
Note: There are 2 conservation areas with this name in the UK.
Notable Listed Buildings
- Grade II* WindmillCB7 5XR
- Grade II 36 High StreetCB7 5XR
- Grade II 3 Cross GreenCB7 5XS
- Grade II 3, North StreetCB7 5YL
- Grade II 3, Pond GreenCB7 5XX
- Grade II 45, High StreetCB7 5XR
- Grade II 5, North StreetCB7 5XW
- Grade II 68, High StreetCB7 5XW
- Grade II 7, Pond GreenCB7 5XX
- Grade II 8, Cross GreenCB7 5XS
- Grade II Breeds FarmhouseCB7 5YL
- Grade II Butts FarmhouseCB7 5XX
- Grade II Maids Head Public HouseCB7 5XU
- Grade II The ChestnutsCB7 5XR
- Grade II The ChestnutsCB7 5YL
- Grade II Village CrossCB7 5XS
- Grade II War MemorialCB7 5XX
Nearby Conservation Areas
- Soham3.3 km
- Burwell North Street3.6 km
- Reach4.5 km
- Burwell High Town5 km
- Fordham6.1 km
- Swaffham Prior6.6 km
- Stretham6.9 km
- Exning7 km
About Wicken Conservation Area
- Is my property in Wicken Conservation Area?
- Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Wicken Conservation Area boundary.
- What restrictions apply in Wicken?
- Properties in Wicken Conservation Area may face restrictions on demolition, tree work (6 weeks' notice required), and certain exterior alterations. Contact your local planning authority for specific rules that apply here.
Learn more: What is a Conservation Area? · Restrictions · Planning Permission · CA vs Listed Building · Trees