Alweston, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Alweston, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Alweston are administered by Bournemouth Christchurch And Poole Council. View the full Bournemouth Christchurch And Poole Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Alweston
Alweston is a quaint village located in Dorset, England, approximately 3.5 miles southeast of Sherborne. It was historically part of the Parish of Folke within the Hundred of Sherborne. The village is conveniently situated near the A3030 road, bordered by Haydon to the north, North Wootton to the west, Caundle Marsh to the southeast, and Folke to the south, making it relevant for those researching planning applications in the area.
District: Folke
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £371,240 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 004F
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-04.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Alweston.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Alweston.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Alweston based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Alweston.
- - Alweston Farm Roselyn Crescent Junction Mundens Lane To Junction A3030 Alweston DT9 5HT
Construct a slurry pit & erect cover
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-05-19
View full details - - Munden House Mundens Lane Alweston Dorset DT9 5HU
Change of use for a self-contained private short-term rental unit to a garden structure, to be used as an office.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-08-23
View full details - - Alweston Farm Roselyn Crescent Junction Mundens Lane To Junction A3030 Alweston Dorset DT9 5HT
Erect agricultural umbrella building over silage clamp.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-05-12
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A brief summary of Alweston in Dorset
Alweston is a quaint village located in Dorset, England, approximately 3.5 miles southeast of Sherborne. It was historically part of the Parish of Folke within the Hundred of Sherborne. The village is conveniently situated near the A3030 road, bordered by Haydon to the north, North Wootton to the west, Caundle Marsh to the southeast, and Folke to the south, making it relevant for those researching planning applications in the area. It sits within the Folke district.
Property prices in Alweston show an average sale price of £371,240, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Alweston a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Alweston 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.
Planning Activity in Alweston
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Alweston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Alweston may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Alweston were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- North Wootton planning applications
- Folke planning applications
- Caundle Marsh planning applications
- Haydon planning applications
- Bishop's Down planning applications
- Longburton planning applications
- Bishop's Caundle planning applications
- Goathill planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.