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Planning in Beaminster

Approved
100%
29 of 29 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Beaminster

Beaminster is a charming town and civil parish located in Dorset, England, around 15 miles northwest of Dorchester. Nestled in a bowl-shaped valley near the source of the River Brit, it boasts a population of 3,177 as of the 2021 census. This scenic location may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,154 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

Property prices in Beaminster show an average sale price of £363,469, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Beaminster 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 Beaminster a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Beaminster has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Beaminster 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.beaminster.co.uk/.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Beaminster, 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, 39 planning applications were submitted near Beaminster. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

The most common types were tree works (13), full planning applications (10), listed building and heritage (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Beaminster?
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Beaminster. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Beaminster?
The average planning decision time near Beaminster is 38 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Beaminster?
The planning approval rate near Beaminster is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Beaminster?
The most common type of planning application near Beaminster is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Beaminster?
You can search and track planning applications near Beaminster on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.