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Planning in Bradpole

Approved
90%
19 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Bradpole

Bradpole is a village located in the civil parish of Bridport, southwest Dorset, just 1 mile from the town centre of Bridport. As of the 2011 census, the parish has a population of 2,339, making it a small but growing community within the picturesque Brit valley, which may be of interest for potential planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,322 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bridport district.

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

The area around Bradpole has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bradpole 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 Bradpole, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Bradpole. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

The most common types were tree works (8), full planning applications (5), amendments (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bradpole?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Bradpole. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bradpole?
The average planning decision time near Bradpole is 36 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 Bradpole?
The planning approval rate near Bradpole is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bradpole?
The most common type of planning application near Bradpole is tree works applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bradpole?
You can search and track planning applications near Bradpole on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.