Fiddleford, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Fiddleford, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
About Fiddleford
Fiddleford is a charming hamlet located in Dorset, southern England, nestled between Sturminster Newton and Okeford Fitzpaine. Established by the nobleman Fitela, the area is named after its notable ford crossing the River Stour, making it an interesting spot for those researching local planning applications and developments within this picturesque region.
District: Okeford Fitzpaine
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £363,550 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: North Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 005C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Fiddleford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Fiddleford.
- 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 Fiddleford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Fiddleford.
- - May Cottage Fiddleford Village Track Fiddleford DT10 2BX
Removal of late 19th early 20th century ground floor suspended timber floor, spanning dining room, bathroom and entrance, and reinstatement of a solid floor with insulted limecrete slab and limestone
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - Brookside Cottage A357 - Calf Close Lane To Fiddleford Bridge Fiddleford Dorset DT10 2BX
Erect first floor extension and carry out internal alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-01-05
View full details - - Woodlands Farm Fiddleford Sturminster Newton DT10 2BX
Change of use of agricultural building to 1 no. dwellinghouse (Use Class C3)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Fiddleford in Dorset
Fiddleford is a charming hamlet located in Dorset, southern England, nestled between Sturminster Newton and Okeford Fitzpaine. Established by the nobleman Fitela, the area is named after its notable ford crossing the River Stour, making it an interesting spot for those researching local planning applications and developments within this picturesque region. It sits within the Okeford Fitzpaine district.
Property prices in Fiddleford show an average sale price of £363,550, 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 Fiddleford a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Fiddleford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Piddles Wood SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Fiddleford 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 Fiddleford
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Fiddleford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Fiddleford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Fiddleford were listed building and heritage (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
Nearby Towns
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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.