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Planning in Hampreston

Approved
80%
8 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Hampreston

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BH22 351 applications in the last 12 monthsBH21 571 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dorset Council

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About Hampreston

Hampreston is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Ferndown Town in Dorset, southern England. Historically, the parish was known solely as Hampreston until 1986, with its population experiencing significant growth from 1,860 in 1921 to 11,750 by 1971, indicating an evolving community that may be relevant for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 15,930 (1991 estimate). It sits within the Ferndown Town district.

Property prices in Hampreston show an average sale price of £470,054, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hampreston 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 Hampreston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hampreston has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hampreston 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 Hampreston, 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, 13 planning applications were submitted near Hampreston. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were outline applications (3), tree works (3), full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hampreston?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Hampreston. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hampreston?
The average planning decision time near Hampreston is 63 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 Hampreston?
The planning approval rate near Hampreston is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hampreston?
The most common type of planning application near Hampreston is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hampreston?
You can search and track planning applications near Hampreston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.