Blandford Forum, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Blandford Forum, Dorset.
Dorset · England · Town
Planning applications in Blandford Forum are administered by Dorset Council. View the full Dorset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Blandford Forum
Blandford Forum is a historic market town located in Dorset, England, situated on the banks of the River Stour and approximately 13 miles northwest of Poole. As of the 2021 census, the town has a population of 10,355, making it a vibrant community with potential opportunities for various planning applications.
Population: 10,607 (2021)
District: Dorset
Website: http://www.blandford-tc.co.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £380,480 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: North Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 011C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Blandford Forum.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Blandford Forum.
- 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 Blandford Forum based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
697 planning applications found near Blandford Forum.
- - 5 Market Place Blandford Forum DT11 7AH
Installation of defibrillator & bleed kit cabinets to external wall
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-07-08
View full details - - Natwest 23-25 Market Place Blandford Forum DT11 7AF
Alterations to subdivide existing commercial unit into 2no. commercial units, with new doors, windows and internal alterations (with variation of conditions 2 of listed building consent P/LBC/2025/024
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-30
View full details - - 26-28 Bastard House Market Place Blandford Forum DT11 7EB
External repairs to western elevation of the decorative dentil eaves cornice
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-24
View full details - - The Sidings and 46/48 Edward Street Blandford Forum DT11 7QN
T1 (T35881) - Ash - Fell and treat stump with eco plugs. T2 (T13835) - Cherry - Prune to suitable growth points to create a maximum clearance of 2m from building.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-19
View full details - - Street Record Access To Station Court Blandford Forum DT11 7RW
T1 - Monterrey cypress - Reduce height by 6m. T2 - Ash - Prune to suitable points to create a maximum of 2m clearance from building. T3 - Cherry - Prune to suitable points to create a maximum of 2m cl
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-17
View full details - - Station Court Damory Street Blandford Forum DT11 7RJ
G1 - Fell x2 self seeded Ash and treat stumps with eco-plugs.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-17
View full details - - Wessex Court Blandford Forum DT11 7RH
T1 - Pittosporum - Reduce height by 2.5-3m and width in proportion. T2 - Birch - Prune to suitable points to create a maximum clearance of 2m from garages. T3 - Purple sycamore - Prune to suitable poi
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-17
View full details - - 43B East Street Blandford Forum DT11 7DX
Display 1 no. non-illuminated fascia signs to front elevation. Display 2 no. non-illuminated fascia signs to rear elevation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-17
View full details - - 1 Alexandra Court Oakfield Street Blandford Forum DT11 7RL
T1 - London plane - Raise crown to 4m to branches overhanging parking bays and footpath. T2 - Lime - Prune to suitable points to create a maximum clearance of 2m from building. T3 - London plane - Rai
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-17
View full details - - The Bungalow Alfred Street Blandford Forum DT11 7QS
T1 (T13824) - Horse chestnut - Fell and treat stump with eco plugs.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-17
View full details - - 1 Albert Powis House Damory Court Blandford Forum DT11 7RN
T1 - Ash - Fell and treat stump with eco plugs. T2 - Buddleja - Fell and treat stump with eco plugs. T3 - Buddleja - Fell and treat stump with eco plugs.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-17
View full details - - Units 1, 2 and 3 2 Tabernacle Walk Blandford Forum DT11 7DL
Install 2no. windows, 1no. glazed door and a roof vent terminal for kitchen extract system.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-01
View full details - - 17 Market Place Blandford Forum DT11 7AG
Display 1 no. fascia sign & 1no. hanging sign
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-27
View full details - - 23-25 Market Place and 1-5 Church Lane Blandford Dorset DT11 7AD
External repairs & maintenance comprising rebedding of ridge tiles, sectional replacement of timber fascia & soffits, repairs to rainwater goods, masonry repairs & redecoration, redecoration of timber
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-20
View full details - - 23-25 Market Place and 1-5 Church Lane Blandford Dorset DT11 7AD
External repairs & maintenance comprising rebedding of ridge tiles, sectional replacement of timber fascia & soffits, repairs to rainwater goods, masonry repairs & redecoration, redecoration of timber
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-20
View full details - - 27 White Cliff Mill Street Blandford Forum DT11 7BQ
Apple x2 - Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - - 17 Market Place Blandford Forum DT11 7AG
Change of use from bank to public house and kitchen
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - P/TRC/2026/02740 - 27 White Cliff Mill Street Blandford Forum DT11 7BQ
Apple x2 - Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - - Roman Glass 4-10 White Cliff Mill Street Blandford Forum DT11 7BE
Change of use & conversion from commercial to 2no. dwellings (Use Class C3)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-11
View full details - - 25 White Cliff Mill Street Blandford Forum DT11 7BQ
Replace french doors.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-07
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A brief summary of Blandford Forum in Dorset
Blandford Forum is a historic market town located in Dorset, England, situated on the banks of the River Stour and approximately 13 miles northwest of Poole. As of the 2021 census, the town has a population of 10,355, making it a vibrant community with potential opportunities for various planning applications. The Town has a population of approximately 10,607 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
Property prices in Blandford Forum show an average sale price of £380,480, 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 Blandford Forum a particularly low-crime area.
Blandford Forum has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Blandford St Mary and Bryanston, Blandford Forum. 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 Blandford Forum includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bryanston SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 2 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Dorset, Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs. 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, Blandford Forum planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.blandford-tc.co.uk/. 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 Blandford Forum
In the last 24 months, 258 planning applications were submitted near Blandford Forum. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Blandford Forum.
The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Blandford Forum were tree works (149), full planning applications (53), listed building and heritage (30). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 3 large-scale (major) developments, 2 medium-scale applications, 253 smaller schemes were submitted.
4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 215 applications
- Refused: 14 applications
- Withdrawn: 8 applications
- Awaiting decision: 21 applications
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Bryanston planning applications
- Blandford St Mary planning applications
- Langton Long Blandford planning applications
- Lower Blandford St Mary planning applications
- Littleton planning applications
- Charlton on the Hill planning applications
- Thornicombe planning applications
- Durweston planning applications
Related Planning Guides
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- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.