Bradford Abbas, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bradford Abbas, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Bradford Abbas are administered by Dorset Council. View the full Dorset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bradford Abbas
Bradford Abbas is a picturesque village and civil parish located in north-west Dorset, England, just south-east of Yeovil and south-west of Sherborne. The area, which includes the smaller settlement of Saxon Maybank to the north, had a population of 975 according to the 2011 Census. Its strategic position near the border with Somerset makes it a relevant consideration for planning applications in the region.
Population: 909 (2021) · Area: 948.6 km²
District: Dorset
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £364,849 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 008D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bradford Abbas.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bradford Abbas.
- 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 Bradford Abbas based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Bradford Abbas.
- - Land Adjacent Tudor Cottage Church Road Bradford Abbas DT9 6RF
T1 Multistem Goat Willow - Dismantle to ground level T2 Multistem Goat Willow - Remove all outside sections down to ground level leaving the main 3 sections within the centre of the tree T3 Hazel - Re
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-21
View full details - - Virginia Cottage North Street Bradford Abbas DT9 6SA
T1 Cypress - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - 4 Wessex Drive Bradford Abbas DT9 6SH
Demolish conservatory & porch. Erect single storey rear & front extensions
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - Coombe Road To Coombe Bradford Abbas DT9 6JN
Oak (T1) - Reduce crown by approx 5m overall, sever and remove Ivy to promote bud growth
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - The Lanterns North Street Bradford Abbas Sherborne DT9 6SA
T1 Crab Apple - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-09-11
View full details - - Yorkfold Churchwell Street Bradford Abbas DT9 6RG
Erect single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-09-02
View full details - - 7 Queens Road Bradford Abbas DT9 6RR
Erect two storey rear extension and front porch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-07-26
View full details - - St Marys Primary School Mill Lane Bradford Abbas DT9 6RH
T1 Sorbus - Highways crown lift of 5.2m over the roadway
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-07-12
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A brief summary of Bradford Abbas in Dorset
Bradford Abbas is a picturesque village and civil parish located in north-west Dorset, England, just south-east of Yeovil and south-west of Sherborne. The area, which includes the smaller settlement of Saxon Maybank to the north, had a population of 975 according to the 2011 Census. Its strategic position near the border with Somerset makes it a relevant consideration for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 909 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
Bradford Abbas covers an area of approximately 948.6 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Bradford Abbas show an average sale price of £364,849, 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 Bradford Abbas a particularly low-crime area.
Bradford Abbas has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bradford Abbas. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Bradford Abbas includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bradford Abbas Railway Cutting SSSI, Babylon Hill SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Bradford Abbas 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 Bradford Abbas
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Bradford Abbas. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 31 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bradford Abbas may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 31 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bradford Abbas were tree works (5), full planning applications (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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