Caundle Marsh, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Caundle Marsh, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
About Caundle Marsh
Caundle Marsh is a quaint village and civil parish located in northwest Dorset, within the scenic Blackmore Vale, approximately 4 miles southeast of Sherborne. The parish, which encompasses the hamlet of Tut Hill, had an estimated population of 70 in 2013, making it a small but close-knit community, ideal for those researching local planning applications and development opportunities in the area.
Population: 64 (2021)
District: Dorset
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £364,849 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 008D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Caundle Marsh.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Caundle Marsh.
- 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 Caundle Marsh based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Caundle Marsh.
- - Westhays Farm A3030 To Poll Bridge Crossroads Caundle Marsh DT9 5JT
Erect open sided agricultural building to cover existing yard.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-01-05
View full details - - Glebe House Hawkins Hill Caundle Marsh Dorset DT9 5LX
Erect single storey rear extension, carry out external and internal alterations (demolish existing lean-to store)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-10-13
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A brief summary of Caundle Marsh in Dorset
Caundle Marsh is a quaint village and civil parish located in northwest Dorset, within the scenic Blackmore Vale, approximately 4 miles southeast of Sherborne. The parish, which encompasses the hamlet of Tut Hill, had an estimated population of 70 in 2013, making it a small but close-knit community, ideal for those researching local planning applications and development opportunities in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 64 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
Property prices in Caundle Marsh show an average sale price of £364,849, 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 Caundle Marsh a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Caundle Marsh includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Caundle Marsh 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.
Planning Activity in Caundle Marsh
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Caundle Marsh. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 17 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Caundle Marsh may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 17 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Caundle Marsh were listed building and heritage (1), amendments (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
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Related Planning Guides
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