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Planning in Crossways

Approved
100%
11 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Crossways

Crossways is a village and civil parish located in Dorset, England, approximately 6 miles east of Dorchester. As of the 2011 census, the population of the parish was 2,267, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,494 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Crossways 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 Crossways, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Crossways. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

The most common types were tree works (8), full planning applications (7).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Crossways?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Crossways. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Crossways?
The average planning decision time near Crossways is 36 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 Crossways?
The planning approval rate near Crossways is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Crossways?
The most common type of planning application near Crossways is tree works applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Crossways?
You can search and track planning applications near Crossways on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.