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Planning in Dorsington

Only 8 decisions near Dorsington in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Dorsington in the last 24 months, from Stratford-on-Avon District Council's planning register.

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About Dorsington

Dorsington is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Stratford-on-Avon district of Warwickshire, England, approximately 2¾ miles west of Milcote railway station. Originally part of Gloucestershire until 1931, Dorsington is noted for its historical significance, with roots tracing back to an Anglo-Saxon charter in 710 and its mention in the Domesday Book of 1086. With a population that grew from 138 in 2001 to 150 in 2011, the village features the Grade II* listed St Peter's Church, built between 1764 and 1768, and serves as the original centre of the Heart of England Forest, initiated by philanthropist Felix Dennis. The settlement has a population of approximately 149 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Stratford-on-Avon district.

Dorsington covers an area of approximately 461.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dorsington 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 Dorsington, 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, 10 planning applications were submitted near Dorsington.

The most common types were tree works (5), amendments (2), full planning applications (1).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dorsington?
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Dorsington.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dorsington?
The most common type of planning application near Dorsington is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dorsington?
You can search and track planning applications near Dorsington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.