Charminster (DT2), Dorset Planning Applications
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Planning data sourced from Dorset council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
T1 & T2 Ash (Fraxinus Excelsior) - Fell to ground level T3 Ash (Fraxinus Excelsior) - Remove the large primary branch extending over the garden wall, back to its point of origin at the main stem. Reduce the remaining crown by approximately 3–4m, retaining a balanced, natural crown form. Remove all major deadwood throughout the crown. T4 Osmanthus - Remove two primary branches back to their points of origin at the main stem.
T1 Horse Chestnut - Removal of stems suffering from dieback and pruning to balance the canopy (as per annotated photo submitted)
T1 Maple - Fell T2 Sweet Chestnut - Reduce eastern quadrant of the crown by up to 1.5 - 2m, pruning back to suitable growth points and blending the works into the remaining canopy. Crown raise by up to 2m through the removal of selected lower secondary branches.
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About Charminster - Planning Applications & Local Development
Charminster is a village and civil parish located in west Dorset, England, approximately one mile north of Dorchester along the A352 road and the River Cerne. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 2,940 and includes the hamlet of Charlton Down, making it a notable area for potential planning applications. The other has a population of approximately 3,356 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
Property prices in Charminster show an average sale price of £352,519, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Charminster area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Charminster a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Charminster has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Charminster 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 Charminster, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.