Broadwindsor, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Broadwindsor, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Broadwindsor are administered by Dorset Council. View the full Dorset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Broadwindsor
Broadwindsor is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Dorset, South West England, just two miles west of Beaminster. Historically a liberty, the parish has a population of approximately 1,320, as estimated by Dorset County Council in 2013. The area, including the nearby parish of Seaborough, had a combined population of 1,378 according to the 2011 census, making it a small yet vibrant community for planning applications and developments.
Population: 1,315 (2021)
District: Dorset
Website: http://www.broadwindsor.com
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £368,563 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 019C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Broadwindsor.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Broadwindsor.
- 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 Broadwindsor based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
309 planning applications found near Broadwindsor.
- - Hursey House Main Street Through Hursey Hursey DT8 3LN
Internal alterations to kitchen layout; form new opening between the master bedroom and adjacent room to create an en-suite; convert bathroom to utility room at first floor; enlarge existing garage do
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-26
View full details - - Hursey House Main Street Through Hursey Hursey DT8 3LN
Replace existing canopy entrance porch to west elevation; enlarge existing garage door
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-26
View full details - - Old Manor House High Street Broadwindsor Beaminster DT8 3QP
Removal of dead Cypress under regulation 14.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-09
View full details - - The Lodge High Street Broadwindsor DT8 3QP
Replace existing cement render with lime render and installation of a lead hopper to existing downpipe
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-07
View full details - - The Lodge High Street Broadwindsor DT8 3QP
Carrying out of engineering and landscaping works and rebuilding of stone boundary wall (Revised description) (with variation of condition 2 of listed building consent P/LBC/2023/00916 to retain origi
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-07
View full details - - The Lodge High Street Broadwindsor DT8 3QP
Carrying out of engineering and landscaping works and rebuilding of stone boundary wall (Revised description) (with variation of condition 2 of planning permission P/HOU/2023/00915 to introduce a new
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-07
View full details - - The Lodge High Street Broadwindsor DT8 3QP
Replace existing cement render with lime render
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-07
View full details - - 6A Fullers Broadwindsor DT8 3PY
Erect conservatory, erect single storey side extension and infill extension to form side entrance porch and an extended living room.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - The Bricks Drimpton Road Broadwindsor DT8 3QL
T1 Eucalyptus - Pollard to approx 2-2.5m above ground level
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-10
View full details - - New House West Street Broadwindsor DT8 3QQ
T1, T2, T5 & T6 Cypress - Fell T3 Holly - Fell T4 Holly - Fell G1 Cypress - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - Trapp Lodge Access Road To The Hayes Broadwindsor DT8 3QF
Proposed alterations to remove 1 No. chimney
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - 1 Back Lane Broadwindsor DT8 3SY
T1 Beech - Reduce overall crown by up to 3m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-01-02
View full details - - Broadwindsor Church Of England Primary School Drimpton Road Broadwindsor DT8 3QL
Installation of modular building for use as an SEN unit
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-12-04
View full details - - High Street House High Street Broadwindsor DT8 3QP
T1 Cherry - Fell. G1 Sycamore - Re pollard to previous cut points
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-11-18
View full details - - Redwoods Access Road To The Hayes Broadwindsor DT8 3QF
T1 Silver Birch - Overall reduction by approx 0.5m & crown lift 2 lateral limbs over the road
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-09-01
View full details - - The Old School House High Street Broadwindsor DT8 3QP
T1 Sycamore - Pollard by shortening all limbs by 5m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-08-29
View full details - - Rock House Clanden Hill Broadwindsor DT8 3PX
Conservation repairs and improvements to the definition of boundaries
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-05-21
View full details - - Rock House Clanden Hill Broadwindsor DT8 3PX
Conservation repairs and improvements to the definition of boundaries
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-05-21
View full details - - The Old George The Square Broadwindsor DT8 3QD
Remodelling of the utility room into a laundry and pantry; Remodelling of workshop into an art room and workshop with first floor mezzanine storage, log burning stove and flue; Erect an extension to s
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-12-24
View full details - - The Old George The Square Broadwindsor DT8 3QD
Erect an extension to serve as an annex, relocation of oil fired boiler and oil tank, installation of 1 x rooflight, installation of EV charging point
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-12-24
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A brief summary of Broadwindsor in Dorset
Broadwindsor is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Dorset, South West England, just two miles west of Beaminster. Historically a liberty, the parish has a population of approximately 1,320, as estimated by Dorset County Council in 2013. The area, including the nearby parish of Seaborough, had a combined population of 1,378 according to the 2011 census, making it a small yet vibrant community for planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,315 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
Property prices in Broadwindsor show an average sale price of £368,563, 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 Broadwindsor a particularly low-crime area.
Broadwindsor has one conservation area within its boundaries: Broadwindsor. 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 Broadwindsor includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Conegar Road Cutting SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Dorset. 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, Broadwindsor planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.broadwindsor.com. 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 Broadwindsor
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Broadwindsor. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Broadwindsor may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Broadwindsor were tree works (13), full planning applications (12), listed building and heritage (9). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 29 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 8 applications
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