Charlton Down, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Charlton Down, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Charlton Down are administered by Bournemouth Christchurch And Poole Council. View the full Bournemouth Christchurch And Poole Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Charlton Down
Charlton Down is a modern village located in Dorset, England, approximately 4 miles north of Dorchester, the county town. It falls within the civil parish of Charminster, offering a blend of contemporary living in a picturesque rural setting, which may be of interest for those researching planning applications in the area.
Population: 1,459
District: Charminster
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Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 019E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Charlton Down.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Charlton Down.
- 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 Charlton Down based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
15 planning applications found near Charlton Down.
- - 1 Pine Court Poplar Drive Charlton Down DT2 9XZ
T1, T2, T3, T4, T5, T6 & T7 - Sycamore - Remove all overhanging branches (30%)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-08
View full details - - Alder Court, Charlton Down Village Shop Hawthorn Road Charlton Down DT2 9UY
Retain InPost Locker
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-20
View full details - - 6 Birch Way Charlton Down DT2 9XX
T1 Prunus - Remove
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-20
View full details - - Land at Charlton Down Charlton Down
T106 Sycamore - Fell T107 Ash - Fell T088 Silver Birch - Reduce back from building by 1.5m
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - 5 Whitebeam Close Charlton Down DT2 9XT
T1 Ash - Remove
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - 5 Herrison Road Charlton Down DT2 9RJ
Change of roof type from thatch to black slate with solar panels.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - Summer Hill House Hawthorn Road Charlton Down DT2 9UU
T1 Western Red Cedar - Crown reduction of approx 3-4 in height, with associated shaping to form a balanced and natural crown outlin & crown raise by 0.5m any vegetation to give clearance of the roof T
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - Chestnut Court Chestnut Road Charlton Down DT2 9FN
T1 - Beech - Crown reduce by up to 2m overall, pruning back to suitable growth points, raise crown to 4m above ground, and reduce the overextended lateral branches by up to 4m.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - Walnut Court Charlton Down Dorchester DT2 9UD
G1 Ash - Removal of most compromised specimens & deadwood remaining
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-09-16
View full details - - 22 Birch Way Charlton Down DT2 9XX
T1 Pear - Crown lift/reduction to clear the highway, up to 1m of material to be removed, pruning to provide up to 1m of clearance from the house, light height reduction by up to 1.5m & cobra (dynamic
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-06-25
View full details - - 12 Herrison Road Charlton Down DT2 9RJ
T1 Laurel - Reduce back side overhanging the driveway by up to 1m & shape in T2 Conifer - Reduce back side overhanging the driveway by up to 1m T3 Laurel - Reduce back side overhanging the driveway by
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-04-02
View full details - - 21 Birch Way Charlton Down DT2 9XX
Erect single storey rear extension and external alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-06-12
View full details - - Area 1 Land North of Selwood House Charlton Down
T95 Horse Chestnut - Fell T96 Beech - Reduce in height by up to 2m, reduce the sides by up to 3m & remove deadwood All trees throughout the area - remove deadwood and hangers
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-02-28
View full details - - Pathway Adjacent to 4 Birch Way Charlton Down DT2 9XX
T1 Beech - Remove Under Regulation 14 (S198)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-12-22
View full details - - Redwood House, The Business Centre Hawthorn Road Charlton Down Dorset DT2 9RL
T1 Sumac (Rhus glabra) - Prune south side by 0.5m (side closest to Redwood House) and 0.5m on east side (side closest to brick wall) T2 Sumac Tree (Rhus glabra) - Prune south side by 0.5m (side closes
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-11-03
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A brief summary of Charlton Down in Dorset
Charlton Down is a modern village located in Dorset, England, approximately 4 miles north of Dorchester, the county town. It falls within the civil parish of Charminster, offering a blend of contemporary living in a picturesque rural setting, which may be of interest for those researching planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,459. It sits within the Charminster district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Charlton Down a particularly low-crime area.
Charlton Down has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Charlton Down (Charminster Herrison), Charminster. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Charlton Down includes 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, Charlton Down 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 Charlton Down
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Charlton Down. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 29 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Charlton Down.
The average decision time of 29 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Charlton Down were tree works (10), outline applications (4), full planning applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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