How long do planning decisions take near Fishpond Bottom?

The average planning decision time near Fishpond Bottom is 35 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 Fishpond Bottom?

The planning approval rate near Fishpond Bottom is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Fishpond Bottom?

The most common type of planning application near Fishpond Bottom is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Fishpond Bottom?

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Fishpond Bottom, Dorset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Fishpond Bottom, Dorset.

Dorset · England · settlement

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £404,445 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dorset
Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
LSOA: Dorset 029C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Fishpond Bottom.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Fishpond Bottom.

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 Fishpond Bottom based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Fishpond Bottom.

- Highcliffe Cottage Fishpond Bottom Road Fishpond DT6 6NN
T1 Cypress - Fell T2 Sycamore - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-11-12
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- Villosa Wootton Hill Fishpond Dorset DT6 6NN
Erect two storey side extension with Juliet balcony and roof lights, replacing existing single storey and conservatory. New dormer to existing roof at front elevation. Addition of pitched roof with ro
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-07-12
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- Stonecroft Fishpond Bottom Road Fishpond DT6 6NN
Demolition of existing bungalow and garages and erection of replacement dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Fishpond Bottom in Dorset

Fishpond Bottom is a settlement located in Dorset, England.

Property prices in Fishpond Bottom show an average sale price of £404,445, 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 Fishpond Bottom a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Fishpond Bottom includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Lambert's Castle SSSI; 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.

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Planning Activity in Fishpond Bottom

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Fishpond Bottom. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Fishpond Bottom may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Fishpond Bottom were tree works (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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