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Planning in Dorchester

Approved
84%
16 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Dorchester in the last 24 months, from South Oxfordshire District Council's planning register.

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About Dorchester

Dorchester on Thames is an historic village and civil parish in South Oxfordshire, located approximately 9 miles southeast of Oxford, at the junction of the River Thames and River Thame. This picturesque setting not only highlights its rich heritage but also presents unique opportunities for planning applications, given its proximity to both natural waterways and the vibrant city of Oxford. The settlement has a population of approximately 996 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.

Property prices in Dorchester show an average sale price of £418,777, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Dorchester has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dorchester 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Dorchester, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Dorchester. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (3), tree works (2).

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 Dorchester?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Dorchester. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Dorchester?
The average planning decision time near Dorchester is 63 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 Dorchester?
The planning approval rate near Dorchester is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dorchester?
The most common type of planning application near Dorchester is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dorchester?
You can search and track planning applications near Dorchester on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.