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12 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Bothenhampton · updated daily · Dorset Council

Planning in Bothenhampton

Approved
81%
29 of 35 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Bothenhampton

Postcode districts

DT6 386 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dorset Council

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About Bothenhampton

Bothenhampton is a village located in the civil parish of Bridport, Dorset, situated just outside the town of Bridport and divided from it by the River Asker and the A35 Bridport bypass. According to the 2011 census, the civil parish, which also encompasses the settlement of Walditch, had a population of 2,131. This area may present various opportunities and considerations for planning applications due to its proximity to Bridport and the surrounding landscape. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,100 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bridport district.

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

The area around Bothenhampton has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bothenhampton 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 Bothenhampton, 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, 56 planning applications were submitted near Bothenhampton. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (25), amendments (8), tree works (7).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bothenhampton?
In the last 24 months, 56 planning applications were submitted near Bothenhampton. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bothenhampton?
The average planning decision time near Bothenhampton is 47 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 Bothenhampton?
The planning approval rate near Bothenhampton is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bothenhampton?
The most common type of planning application near Bothenhampton is full planning applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bothenhampton?
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