East Chelborough, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near East Chelborough, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
Planning applications in East Chelborough are administered by Dorset Council. View the full Dorset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About East Chelborough
East Chelborough is a quaint village and civil parish located 7 miles (11 km) northeast of Beaminster in Dorset, England. With a population of just 50, as estimated by Dorset County Council in 2013, the area offers a unique setting for planning applications, reflecting its small community and serene rural environment.
Population: 56 (2021)
District: Dorset
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Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 022A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near East Chelborough.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near East Chelborough.
- 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 East Chelborough based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near East Chelborough.
- - Carpenters Cottage Clarkham Cross Halstock To Grexy Cross East Chelborough DT2 0PZ
Renovate existing storage workshop to provide additional residential accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-09-05
View full details - - Carpenters Cottage Clarkham Cross Halstock To Grexy Cross East Chelborough DT2 0PZ
Renovate existing storage workshop to provide additional residential accommodation and carry out internal alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-09-05
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A brief summary of East Chelborough in Dorset
East Chelborough is a quaint village and civil parish located 7 miles (11 km) northeast of Beaminster in Dorset, England. With a population of just 50, as estimated by Dorset County Council in 2013, the area offers a unique setting for planning applications, reflecting its small community and serene rural environment. The settlement has a population of approximately 56 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes East Chelborough a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around East Chelborough includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Melbury Park SSSI; 10 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Chelborough 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.
Planning Activity in East Chelborough
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near East Chelborough. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near East Chelborough may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near East Chelborough were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (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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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.