Folke, Dorset Planning Applications
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Planning data sourced from Dorset council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Non material amendment to amend the hard surfacing material to planning permission P/VOC/2024/02675 (Demolition of modern barn and conversion of agricultural buildings to 5 No. dwellings with car port and erect new car port)
(X5) Leylandii x 5 - Remove to ground level
Install solar panels to garage and kitchen roof
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About Folke - Planning Applications & Local Development
Folke is a parish located in Dorset, southern England, nestled within the picturesque Blackmore Vale, just 3.5 miles southeast of Sherborne. Covering an area of 2,120 acres (8.6 km²), the parish includes the villages of Folke and Alweston, as well as the hamlet of Bishops Down, making it a notable area for planning applications and local development. The other has a population of approximately 321 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
Property prices in Folke show an average sale price of £450,471, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Folke 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 Folke a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Folke has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Folke 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.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Folke, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.