Chilcombe, Dorset Planning Applications

Chilcombe is a quaint hamlet and civil parish located in Dorset, England, approximately 4 miles east of Bridport and 10 miles west of Dorchester. The area features a historic church, an 18th-century farmhouse with accompanying farm buildings, and several cottages. As of 2013, the parish had an estimated population of just 10 residents, making it a small but charming community for potential planning applications. The other has a population of approximately 14 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Dorset district.

Property prices in Chilcombe show an average sale price of £345,860, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Chilcombe 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 Chilcombe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Chilcombe has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chilcombe 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 Chilcombe, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.