Friars Cliff, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Friars Cliff, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Friars Cliff are administered by Bournemouth Christchurch And Poole Council. View the full Bournemouth Christchurch And Poole Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Friars Cliff
Friars Cliff is a coastal neighborhood in Christchurch, Dorset, situated between Mudeford to the west and Highcliffe to the east. Known for its beach, Friars Cliff offers a picturesque setting that may attract interest for planning applications related to residential developments and coastal management in the area.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £405,022 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Parliamentary constituency: Christchurch
- LSOA: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole 018B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Friars Cliff.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Friars Cliff.
- 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 Friars Cliff based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
115 planning applications found near Friars Cliff.
- - 20 Glengarry Way Christchurch BH23 4EH
Variation of condition 2 of planning permission P/26/01441/HOU Erection of single storey rear & side extensions and two storey side extension. Re-model and alterations to external materials & window d
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-05-29
View full details - - 5 Cliff Drive Christchurch BH23 4EP
T1 - Monterey Cypress Lift canopy to 4.5m to suitable growth points
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-04-30
View full details - - Friars Gate Cliff Drive Friars Cliff Christchurch BH23 4EP
T2- Holm Oak- Lateral reduction of up to 2m to southern side of canopy to create 2m clear separation from garage roof + remove deadwood and epicormic growth
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-04-15
View full details - - 20 Glengarry Way Christchurch BH23 4EH
Erection of single storey rear & side extensions and two storey side extension. Re-model and alterations to external materials & window design, and the installation of new solar panels & roof lights.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - 1A Hynesbury Road Christchurch BH23 4ER
Extension of existing bungalow to form a two-storey dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - Rook Hill Court 18 Rook Hill Road Christchurch BH23 4DZ
Demolition of existing building (arranged as 4 x flats) and garages and the erection of 2 detached dwellings with associated access and parking arrangements.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - 16 Hynesbury Road Christchurch BH23 4ER
Erection of Two Storey Side and Rear Extension and Single Storey Rear Extension with first floor balcony above.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 3 Medina Way Christchurch BH23 4EL
Variation of condition 2 & 3 of planning permission 8/23/0650/HOU as described in that description of development for amendments to balcony and materials (Condition 2) & materials Proposed dark tiles
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: BCP | Date: 2025-08-05
View full details - - 3 Medina Way Christchurch BH23 4EL
Non Material Amendment to planning application 8/23/0650/HOU Amendment to balcony removing steps from terrace, the obscure balustrading above garage has been changed to privacy screen and increased in
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: BCP | Date: 2025-07-31
View full details - - 21A Avon Run Road Christchurch BH23 4DY
Change of use/conversion of existing 2 flats back into a single C3 residential dwelling house (no external changes) - Retrospective.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2025-07-18
View full details - - Rook Hill Court 18 Rook Hill Road Christchurch BH23 4DZ
Demolition of existing building (arranged as 4 x flats) and garages and the erection of a detached family dwelling with ancillary outbuildings.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2025-06-24
View full details - - 12 Medina Way Christchurch BH23 4EL
Removal of existing conservatory and erection of a single storey rear extension. Single storey front infill extension & new open/covered porch. First floor front double gable extension with a part pit
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2025-06-03
View full details - - 12 Rook Hill Road Christchurch BH23 4DZ
Demolition of existing property and construction of a new replacement family home.Variation of planning application 8/24/0264/FUL condition 2 and 3 to change drawings and materials
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: BCP | Date: 2025-03-31
View full details - - 12 Glengarry Way Christchurch BH23 4EQ
DEADWOOD - G1 Monterey cypress- Removal of deadwood.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: BCP | Date: 2025-03-18
View full details - - 16 Hynesbury Road Christchurch BH23 4ER
Erection of Two Storey Side and Rear Extension and Single Storey Rear Extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2025-03-04
View full details - - 3 Medina Way Christchurch BH23 4EL
Proposal to extend front porch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2025-01-22
View full details - - 10 Rook Hill Road Christchurch BH23 4DZ
T1 - Red Oak - Crown lift to 4 meters all around, remove smaller secondary and tertiary branches only, thin the epicormic growth by a maximum of 25%, reduce the selected limbs to the East, South & Wes
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: BCP | Date: 2024-12-03
View full details - - 32 Southcliffe Road Christchurch BH23 4EW
G1 -3 Sycamores Lateral crown reduction of up to 3 meters to both sides of canopy G1- 3 Sycamores - Lesser works - Reduce lower lateral branches by up to 2.5m on the northern side (over the garden) to
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: BCP | Date: 2024-11-21
View full details - - The Beach Hut Cafe Cliff Drive Christchurch BH23 4EP
Refurbish side canopy Solid rear wall and windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2024-11-20
View full details - - 7 Vecta Close Christchurch BH23 4EJ
Removal of existing conservatory and replace with balcony
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2024-11-05
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A brief summary of Friars Cliff in Dorset
Friars Cliff is a coastal neighborhood in Christchurch, Dorset, situated between Mudeford to the west and Highcliffe to the east. Known for its beach, Friars Cliff offers a picturesque setting that may attract interest for planning applications related to residential developments and coastal management in the area.
Property prices in Friars Cliff show an average sale price of £405,022, 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 Friars Cliff a particularly low-crime area.
Friars Cliff has one conservation area within its boundaries: Mudeford Quay. 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 Friars Cliff includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Highcliffe to Milford Cliffs SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast. 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, Friars Cliff 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 Friars Cliff
In the last 24 months, 145 planning applications were submitted near Friars Cliff. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Friars Cliff.
The average decision period of 71 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Friars Cliff were full planning applications (75), tree works (44), discharge of conditions (12). Full planning applications account for 52% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 100 applications
- Refused: 9 applications
- Withdrawn: 3 applications
- Awaiting decision: 33 applications
Nearby Towns
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