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50 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Ferndown · updated daily · Dorset Council

Planning in Ferndown

Approved
86%
110 of 121 decided
Decision time
about 4 weeks
on average

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

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Around Ferndown

Postcode districts

BH22 351 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dorset Council

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About Ferndown

Ferndown is a vibrant town and civil parish in Dorset, located just north of Bournemouth and Poole, and approximately 4 miles east of Wimborne Minster. Previously known as Hampreston until 1986, the parish encompasses the communities of Ameysford, Hampreston, Longham, Stapehill, and Trickett's Cross, with a population of 17,501 as recorded in the 2021 census. This growing area presents various opportunities for planning applications and development.

Property prices in Ferndown show an average sale price of £404,055, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ferndown 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 (May 2026). This makes Ferndown a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ferndown has 25 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ferndown 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Ferndown, 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, 176 planning applications were submitted near Ferndown. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 30 days.

The most common types were tree works (87), full planning applications (28), outline applications (11).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ferndown?
In the last 24 months, 176 planning applications were submitted near Ferndown. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ferndown?
The average planning decision time near Ferndown is 30 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 Ferndown?
The planning approval rate near Ferndown is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ferndown?
The most common type of planning application near Ferndown is tree works applications, with 87 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ferndown?
You can search and track planning applications near Ferndown on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.