Cranborne, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Cranborne, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Cranborne are administered by Dorset Council. View the full Dorset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Cranborne
Cranborne is a quaint village located in Dorset, England, with a stable population of 779 residents as recorded in the 2011 census. This charming parish offers a rich historical backdrop, making it an interesting area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Population: 709 (2021)
District: Dorset
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £470,054 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: Mid Dorset and North Poole
- LSOA: Dorset 013C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Cranborne.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cranborne.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Cranborne based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
11 planning applications found near Cranborne.
- - Cranborne Ce Va First School Water Street Cranborne BH21 5QB
Maple - Remove.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-07
View full details - - Rear of 11 The Square Cranborne BH21 5PR
T1 Field Maple - Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - 67 Castle Street Cranborne BH21 5QA
Demolish rear extension and shed and erect single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - Tregonwell Lodge 26 Salisbury Street Cranborne BH21 5PU
T1 Walnut: Reduce the lateral branches to gain a 2m clearance from branch tip to house and 1m from service wires. Reduce laterals overhanging the roof back in line with the roof edge. T2 Ash: Reduce l
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-09-04
View full details - - 26 Salisbury Street Cranborne BH21 5PU
T1 Walnut - Reduce tertiary and secondary branches growing towards 20 Salisbury Street to previous pruning points to achieve a clearance of 2m between the branch tips and the building (amended descrip
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - Cranborne County Middle School Cranborne Wimborne BH21 5RP
Increase amount of solar PV on the roofs of school, to increase capacity to 168 kWp by adding a further 90 kWp spread across 8 further roofs.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-02-05
View full details - - 12 Water Street Cranborne BH21 5QB
Reinstatement of first floor bedroom window to North elevation of property
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-11-29
View full details - - 4 Castle Street Cranborne BH21 5PZ
T1 Beech: Remove.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-08-30
View full details - - 26 Grugs Lane Cranborne BH21 5PX
Cherry: Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-06-22
View full details - - 31 Castle Street Cranborne BH21 5PZ
T1 Lawson Cypress: Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-12-01
View full details - - Cranborne Manor Wimborne Street Cranborne BH21 5PP
T1 Hybrid Poplar: Pollard at approximately 15m. T2 Hybrid Poplar: Pollard at approximately 15m. T3 Hybrid Poplar: Pollard at approximately 10m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Cranborne in Dorset
Cranborne is a quaint village located in Dorset, England, with a stable population of 779 residents as recorded in the 2011 census. This charming parish offers a rich historical backdrop, making it an interesting area for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 709 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
Property prices in Cranborne show an average sale price of £470,054, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cranborne a particularly low-crime area.
Cranborne has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Edmondsham, Cranborne. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Cranborne includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Moors River System SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cranborne 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.
Planning Activity in Cranborne
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Cranborne. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Cranborne may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Cranborne were tree works (5), full planning applications (3), outline applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
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- Monkton Up Wimborne planning applications
- Lower Daggons planning applications
Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.