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Planning in Hamworthy

Approved
87%
39 of 43 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hamworthy in the last 24 months, from Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council's planning register.

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About Hamworthy

Hamworthy, a suburb of Poole in Dorset, is situated on a 3 square kilometre peninsula bordered by Upton, Poole Harbour, Lytchett Bay, and Holes Bay. The suburb is connected to Poole town centre via Poole Bridge, the southern endpoint of the A350 road. Notably, Hamworthy hosts the Port of Poole ferry terminal and cargo facilities, making it a key area for transport and logistics in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 13,141. It sits within the Poole district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hamworthy 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 Hamworthy a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hamworthy has 13 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hamworthy 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 Hamworthy, 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, 53 planning applications were submitted near Hamworthy. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (20), tree works (17), outline applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hamworthy?
In the last 24 months, 53 planning applications were submitted near Hamworthy. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hamworthy?
The average planning decision time near Hamworthy is 67 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 Hamworthy?
The planning approval rate near Hamworthy is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hamworthy?
The most common type of planning application near Hamworthy is full planning applications, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hamworthy?
You can search and track planning applications near Hamworthy on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.