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Planning in Almer

Only 1 decision near Almer in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Almer in the last 24 months, from Dorset Council's planning register.

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About Almer

Almer is a quaint village in the Dorset district, now part of the parish of Sturminster Marshall. Situated along the A31 road, it is near notable locations such as Winterborne Zelston and Huish Manor. Key landmarks include Almer Manor, the parish church, and the former schoolhouse, which operated from 1925 until its closure in 1964. The village comprises seven residential properties, all owned by the Charborough (Drax) Estate, and had a population of 108 as of 1931 before merging with Sturminster Marshall in 1933. It sits within the Sturminster Marshall district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Almer area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Almer a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Almer has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Almer planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Almer, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Almer.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Almer?
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Almer.
What types of planning applications are most common near Almer?
The most common type of planning application near Almer is listed building consent applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Almer?
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