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Planning in Bookham

Only 2 decisions near Bookham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Bookham

Bookham is a settlement located in Dorset, England. It sits within the Buckland Newton district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bookham 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 Bookham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bookham 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 Bookham, 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 Bookham.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bookham?
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Bookham.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bookham?
The most common type of planning application near Bookham is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bookham?
You can search and track planning applications near Bookham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.