How long do planning decisions take near Drimpton?

The average planning decision time near Drimpton is 50 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 Drimpton?

The planning approval rate near Drimpton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Drimpton?

The most common type of planning application near Drimpton is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Drimpton?

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Drimpton, Dorset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Drimpton, Dorset.

Dorset · England · settlement

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About Drimpton

Drimpton is a quaint village located in Dorset, England, approximately 5 miles northwest of Beaminster and 3.5 miles southwest of Crewkerne in Somerset. Nestled within the civil parish of Broadwindsor, Drimpton offers a rural setting that may be relevant for those exploring planning applications in the region.

District: Broadwindsor

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £405,708 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dorset
Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
LSOA: Dorset 019D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Drimpton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Drimpton.

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 Drimpton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Drimpton.

- Land off Netherhay Lane Drimpton Beaminster DT8 3FS
Erect steel framed agricultural store 12.2m span x 23m long (5 No. 4.572m bays) x 4m to eaves to have a functional area for the storage of hay harvested from the surrounding field and dry storage for
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-27
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- Old Drimpton Farm Chard Road Drimpton DT8 3RF
Use of the site as two independent dwellings
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-08-13
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- Brent Paddock Axe Lane Drimpton DT8 3FN
T3 Ash - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-04-14
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- Land North Of 6 Netherhay Lane Drimpton
T1 - Ash - Fell to ground under regulation 14 as tree poses a threat to a highway.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-06-21
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- 21 Marksmead Drimpton DT8 3RZ
Demolish existing conservatory and erect single storey extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Drimpton in Dorset

Property prices in Drimpton show an average sale price of £405,708, 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 Drimpton a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Drimpton includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Dorset. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Drimpton

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Drimpton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Drimpton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Drimpton were full planning applications (2), tree works (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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