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Planning in Durweston

Approved
85%
22 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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Around Durweston

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About Durweston

Durweston is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Dorset, approximately two miles northwest of Blandford Forum. Nestled by the River Stour, it marks the transition from the scenic Blackmore Vale through a narrow gap between the Dorset Downs and Cranborne Chase. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 398, making it a small yet vibrant community, ideal for those researching planning applications in a tranquil rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 380 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Durweston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Durweston has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Durweston 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 Durweston, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near Durweston. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 days.

The most common types were tree works (13), full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Durweston?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Durweston. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Durweston?
The average planning decision time near Durweston is 32 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 Durweston?
The planning approval rate near Durweston is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Durweston?
The most common type of planning application near Durweston is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Durweston?
You can search and track planning applications near Durweston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.