Evershot, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Evershot, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
About Evershot
Evershot is a picturesque village and civil parish in Dorset, located about 7 miles south of Yeovil and standing as the second highest village in the county at 175 meters above sea level. The parish, which includes the nearby hamlet of Holywell, has a population of approximately 210 residents as of 2013. Known for its literary connections to Thomas Hardy, Evershot presents a unique blend of rural charm and historical significance, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and developments.
Population: 211 (2021)
District: Dorset
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £326,698 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: North Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 022E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Evershot.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Evershot.
- 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 Evershot based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Evershot.
- - 4 Fore Street Evershot DT2 0JW
T1 Crab Apple - Reduce height by 1.5m to a finished height of approx 4m T2 Hawthorn - Reduce height by 1.5m to a finished height of approx 4m
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-10
View full details - - Land at Back Lane Evershot DT2 0JS
G1 Various Species including Ash, Hazel & Sycamore - Crown raise to a minimum height of 5.2m from the road T1 Beech - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - Yew Garden Back Lane Evershot DT2 0JS
T1 Yew - Trim to keep it 1.5m away from house & workshop
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - 35 Fore Street Evershot DT2 0JR
Alterations to rear elevation (Glazed open canopy's, new slate roof tiles, rooflights and new french doors).
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - Rose Cottage East Hill Evershot DT2 0LB
Replace an existing plastic polycarbonate conservatory roof with a slate roof to match the existing slate roof and repaint the front door and garage door in a 'French Gray' paint.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-08-08
View full details - - 31 Fore Street Evershot DT2 0JR
T1 Ash - Crown lift to 5m & reduce eastern face by 2m T2 Ash - Crown lift to 5m, removing low limb on the eastern side of the tree T3 Ash - Reduce first 2 large diameter limbs that overhang the southe
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-07-30
View full details - - Glebe House Summer Lane Evershot DT2 0JP
T1 Unknown Species - Remove Under Regulation 14 (S198)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-04-19
View full details - - 3 East Hill Cottages East Hill Evershot Dorset DT2 0LB
T1 Spruce - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-04-19
View full details - - 33 Fore Street Evershot Dorset DT2 0JR
Carry out alterations to front path and walls, relocate boiler and flue, reduce eaves height below rear dormer window, alter bathroom cupboard and replace the neighbour’s SVP to the south elevation wi
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-11-13
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A brief summary of Evershot in Dorset
Evershot is a picturesque village and civil parish in Dorset, located about 7 miles south of Yeovil and standing as the second highest village in the county at 175 meters above sea level. The parish, which includes the nearby hamlet of Holywell, has a population of approximately 210 residents as of 2013. Known for its literary connections to Thomas Hardy, Evershot presents a unique blend of rural charm and historical significance, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 211 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
Property prices in Evershot show an average sale price of £326,698, 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 Evershot a particularly low-crime area.
Evershot has one conservation area within its boundaries: Evershot. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Evershot includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Frome St. Quintin SSSI, Melbury Park SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Dorset; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): West Dorset Alder Woods. 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, Evershot 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 Evershot
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Evershot. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Evershot.
The average decision time of 32 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Evershot were tree works (4), listed building and heritage (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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Related Planning Guides
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- 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.