Skip to content

Planning in Child Okeford

Approved
100%
17 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Dorset CouncilCouncil page

Around Child Okeford

For home projects and trades

About Child Okeford

Child Okeford is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Dorset, southern England, approximately 3 miles east of Sturminster Newton. Nestled along the River Stour, which flows just half a mile to the west, the parish had a population of 1,170 according to the 2021 census. This charming village offers potential for various planning applications, given its scenic location and community-focused amenities. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,170 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Child Okeford 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 (September 2026). This makes Child Okeford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Child Okeford has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Child Okeford 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.childokeford.org.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Child Okeford, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Child Okeford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.

The most common types were tree works (10), full planning applications (4), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Child Okeford?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Child Okeford. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Child Okeford?
The average planning decision time near Child Okeford is 33 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 Child Okeford?
The planning approval rate near Child Okeford is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Child Okeford?
The most common type of planning application near Child Okeford is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Child Okeford?
You can search and track planning applications near Child Okeford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.