How long do planning decisions take near Broad Oak?

The average planning decision time near Broad Oak is 30 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 Broad Oak?

The planning approval rate near Broad Oak is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Broad Oak?

The most common type of planning application near Broad Oak is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Broad Oak?

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Broad Oak, Dorset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Broad Oak, Dorset.

Dorset · England · settlement

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £363,550 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dorset
Parliamentary constituency: North Dorset
LSOA: Dorset 005F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Broad Oak.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Broad Oak.

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 Broad Oak based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Broad Oak.

- Barrow View Farm Broad Oak Dorset DT10 2HG
Demolition of existing farm buildings & erection of 3no. dwellings
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-04-28
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A brief summary of Broad Oak in Dorset

Broad Oak is a settlement located in Dorset, England.

Property prices in Broad Oak show an average sale price of £363,550, 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 Broad Oak a particularly low-crime area.

Broad Oak has one conservation area within its boundaries: Sturminster Newton. 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 Broad Oak includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Piddles Wood SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Broad Oak

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Broad Oak. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 30 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Broad Oak may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 30 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Broad Oak were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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