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Planning in Colehill

Approved
92%
119 of 125 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Colehill

Colehill, located in south-east Dorset, is a civil parish nestled between Wimborne Minster to the west and Ferndown to the east, forming a part of the South East Dorset conurbation. Portions of the parish are encompassed by the South West Hampshire/South East Dorset Green Belt, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to development and land use. The settlement has a population of approximately 7,498 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Colehill 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 Colehill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Colehill has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Colehill 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 https://colehill.gov.uk.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Colehill, 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, 158 planning applications were submitted near Colehill. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

The most common types were tree works (78), full planning applications (37), outline applications (8). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Colehill?
In the last 24 months, 158 planning applications were submitted near Colehill. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Colehill?
The average planning decision time near Colehill is 35 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 Colehill?
The planning approval rate near Colehill is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Colehill?
The most common type of planning application near Colehill is tree works applications, with 78 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Colehill?
You can search and track planning applications near Colehill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.