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Planning in Charlton Marshall

Approved
64%
9 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Charlton Marshall

Charlton Marshall is a quaint village and civil parish located in Dorset, just 2 miles south of Blandford Forum along the A350 road. Nestled on a river terrace above the River Stour floodplain, the area predominantly features chalk hills to the southwest. As of the 2011 census, the parish comprised 513 dwellings and a population of 1,156, making it a small yet vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,240 (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 Charlton Marshall a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Charlton Marshall has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Charlton Marshall 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 Charlton Marshall, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Charlton Marshall. Of these, 64% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were tree works (7), full planning applications (6), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Charlton Marshall?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Charlton Marshall. The approval rate is 64%.
How long do planning decisions take near Charlton Marshall?
The average planning decision time near Charlton Marshall is 56 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 Charlton Marshall?
The planning approval rate near Charlton Marshall is 64%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Charlton Marshall?
The most common type of planning application near Charlton Marshall is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Charlton Marshall?
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