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Planning in Cruxton

Only 4 decisions near Cruxton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Cruxton

Postcode districts

DT2 497 applications in the last 12 monthsDT9 332 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dorset Council

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About Cruxton

Cruxton is a picturesque hamlet located in Dorset, England, positioned eight miles northwest of Dorchester and just one mile southeast of Maiden Newton. Nestled on the west bank of the River Frome, Cruxton is surrounded by the scenic chalk hills of the Dorset Downs, making it a charming area for potential planning applications and developments.

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

The area around Cruxton has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cruxton 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 Cruxton, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Cruxton.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cruxton?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Cruxton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cruxton?
The most common type of planning application near Cruxton is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cruxton?
You can search and track planning applications near Cruxton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.