Bay, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bay, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
About Bay
Bay, located in Dorset, features a recessed coastal body of water that connects to larger bodies like the ocean or nearby lakes. This area is characterized by various coastal formations, including larger gulfs and smaller coves, which may influence local planning applications related to coastal development, environmental impact assessments, and recreational use. Understanding the geography of Bay is essential for stakeholders involved in land use and environmental management.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £322,055 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: North Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 001C
Crime Statistics
36 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 13
- anti-social-behaviour: 6
- other-theft: 4
- shoplifting: 4
- criminal-damage-arson: 3
- vehicle-crime: 3
- public-order: 1
- theft-from-the-person: 1
- other-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bay.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bay.
- 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 Bay based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Bay.
- - Site Of The Old Manse New Road Gillingham SP8 4JH
Erection of 3 no. 3 bedroom dwellings, with access, parking, hard and soft landscaping, and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - Land South of Bay Road (Parcel 2) Gillingham SP8 4EW
Erection of up to 42 dwellings with associated highways, drainage, public open space & green infrastructure (outline application to determine access only)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - Primrose Cottage Bay Road Gillingham SP8 4EW
Demolish single storey side extension and conservatory. Replace with two storey side extension. Install roof lights to main roof and 1 no. dormer window and external alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - The Gate House Bay Lane Gillingham SP8 4ER
Erect self contained 'granny' annex (with variation of condition 3 of planning permission 2/2000/0037)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-09-02
View full details - - The Harwood Retail Centre Station Road Gillingham SP8 4PY
Erection of self service jet wash facility, with 4 x wash bays & 1 x vacuum/electric vehicle charging station (Sui Generis)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-07-10
View full details - - Bracher House Newbury Gillingham SP8 4QL
Change of use of part ground floor from Commercial, Business and Service (Class E) to 3 No. Flats (Class C3).
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-07-10
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A brief summary of Bay in Dorset
Bay, located in Dorset, features a recessed coastal body of water that connects to larger bodies like the ocean or nearby lakes. This area is characterized by various coastal formations, including larger gulfs and smaller coves, which may influence local planning applications related to coastal development, environmental impact assessments, and recreational use. Understanding the geography of Bay is essential for stakeholders involved in land use and environmental management.
Property prices in Bay show an average sale price of £322,055, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
The Bay area recorded 36 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Bay has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Gillingham, Colesbrook. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Bay includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bay 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 Bay
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Bay. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bay may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bay were full planning applications (7), tree works (7), outline applications (4). Full planning applications account for 35% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 19 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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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.