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Planning in Burstock

Only 4 decisions near Burstock in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Burstock

Burstock is a quaint village and civil parish located in west Dorset, England, approximately 5 miles south of Crewkerne. As of the 2011 census, the parish comprises 59 dwellings and 49 households, with a population of 120 residents, making it a small but close-knit community ideal for those interested in local planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 132 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burstock 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 Burstock, 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, 4 planning applications were submitted near Burstock.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Burstock?
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Burstock.
What types of planning applications are most common near Burstock?
The most common type of planning application near Burstock is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Burstock?
You can search and track planning applications near Burstock on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.