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Planning in Broadwey

Approved
89%
33 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 4 weeks
on average

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

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About Broadwey

Broadwey is a suburb located in the northern part of Weymouth, Dorset, situated along the B3159 road. As of 2001, it had a population of 4,349, encompassing the Upwey ward. The area is home to St Nicholas' Church, while the Broadwey Methodist Church served the community until its closure in 2021, making it a point of interest for local heritage and planning considerations. It sits within the Weymouth district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Broadwey a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Broadwey 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 Broadwey, 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, 48 planning applications were submitted near Broadwey. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 25 days.

The most common types were tree works (27), full planning applications (9), outline applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Broadwey?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Broadwey. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Broadwey?
The average planning decision time near Broadwey is 25 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 Broadwey?
The planning approval rate near Broadwey is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Broadwey?
The most common type of planning application near Broadwey is tree works applications, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Broadwey?
You can search and track planning applications near Broadwey on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.