Highcliffe, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Highcliffe, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
About Highcliffe
Highcliffe, also known as Highcliffe-on-Sea, is a charming seaside town located in the civil parish of Highcliffe and Walkford, within the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole unitary authority area in Dorset. Nestled along a scenic stretch of the Solent coastline, it offers stunning views of the Isle of Wight and its iconic 'Needles' rocks. Historically part of Hampshire, Highcliffe was situated in the Christchurch district until 2019, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications due to its coastal appeal and ongoing development opportunities.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Parliamentary constituency: Christchurch
- LSOA: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole 019D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Highcliffe.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Highcliffe.
- 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 Highcliffe based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
23 planning applications found near Highcliffe.
- - 31-33 Wharncliffe Road Christchurch BH23 5DE
Variation of Condition 2 (Approved Plans), 7 (Cycle Parking Facilities), 8 (Proposed Access, Parking and Turning areas), 13 (Construction Of Materials) and Removal of Condition 17 (No Construction Abo
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 2-10 Rothesay Lodge Stuart Road Christchurch BH23 5FP
T1-T5 - Oak - Prune back lateral growth growing towards the property by 1.5m maximum to appropriate pruning points. T6 - Oak - Dead wood removal. T1 - Beech - Prune 5.2m above the highway and 2.3m abo
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-04-08
View full details - - 33 Chewton Common Road Christchurch BH23 5LX
Listed Building Consent for replacement thatch
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - 6 Chewton Common Road Christchurch BH23 5LT
Demolition of outbuilding and erection of detached residential annexe
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 2A Holme Road Christchurch BH23 5LJ
First floor extension to front elevation. Changes to fenestration
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 4 Cobbs Beck Lane Christchurch BH23 5FH
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed small infill extension to rear of property. Existing integral garage conversion. All materials to match existing
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - Mill House Mill Lane Highcliffe Christchurch BH23 5LA
T1 Oak - Reduce entire canopy by up to 2 metres.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 12 Chewton Common Road Christchurch BH23 5LT
Following demolition of outbuilding new entrance, single storey rear extension, two storey side extensions with enlargement of roof for additional accommodation dormer to rear elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-02-13
View full details - - Felicity Court 429 Lymington Road Christchurch BH23 5EN
T1 - Beech - 5.2m from ground level crownlift over road. 3m from ground level crownlift over car park T3 - Lime - 4m from ground level crownlift over driveway. 1m branch reduction to clear lamp column
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - 18 Wharncliffe Road Christchurch BH23 5DD
Holm Oak - Leaning Heavily Towards the Road - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - 30 Wortley Road Christchurch BH23 5DT
T1 - Birch - Fell to ground level
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - 19 Stuart Road Christchurch BH23 5JS
Proposed replacement of ground floor rear extension with terrace above, new pitched roof (part) to main dwelling and internal alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-01-29
View full details - - Land Opposite 25 Bute Drive Christchurch BH23 5LE
T1- Fagus sylvatica - remove the tree to ground level.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-01-28
View full details - - Edwards Court 9 Wortley Road Christchurch BH23 5DR
T1 - Beech - 1.5-2m crown reduction to give 1m clearance from street lighting
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - 359-375 Lymington Road Christchurch BH23 5EG
Redevelopment of the site following demolition of the existing building to provide two retail units and 13 flats
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-01-14
View full details - - Chewton House 9A Mill Lane Highcliffe Christchurch BH23 5LA
T1 - Oak - 2m Branch reduction of branches growing towards house. Crown thin by 15-20%
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: BCP | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - 15 Gordon Road Christchurch BH23 5HN
Proposed Two storey extension to rear of main dwelling and extension and conversion of existing garage to form habitable space that is ancillary to the main dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2025-10-24
View full details - - 27 Chewton Common Road Christchurch BH23 5LX
T2 - Oak - Remove lowest limb growing through bamboo into neighbouring property (35 Chewton common road) T3 - Oak - Pollard to a height of 5m T6 - Oak - Remove sub-dominant stem T7 - Oak - Reduce by u
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: BCP | Date: 2025-09-03
View full details - - 27 Chewton Common Road Christchurch BH23 5LX
T2 - Oak - Remove lowest limb growing through bamboo into neighbouring property (35 Chewton common road) T3 - Oak - Pollard to a height of 5m T6 - Oak - Remove sub-dominant stem T7 - Oak - Reduce by u
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: BCP | Date: 2025-09-03
View full details - - Moonraker 32A Stuart Road Christchurch BH23 5JS
Proposed single storey front extension, roof window to front elevation and side door with canopy.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: BCP | Date: 2025-03-02
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A brief summary of Highcliffe in Dorset
Highcliffe, also known as Highcliffe-on-Sea, is a charming seaside town located in the civil parish of Highcliffe and Walkford, within the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole unitary authority area in Dorset. Nestled along a scenic stretch of the Solent coastline, it offers stunning views of the Isle of Wight and its iconic 'Needles' rocks. Historically part of Hampshire, Highcliffe was situated in the Christchurch district until 2019, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications due to its coastal appeal and ongoing development opportunities.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Highcliffe a particularly low-crime area.
Highcliffe has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bramble Lane. 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 Highcliffe includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): The New Forest SSSI, Highcliffe to Milford Cliffs SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): The New Forest; 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, Highcliffe 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 Highcliffe
In the last 24 months, 57 planning applications were submitted near Highcliffe. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Highcliffe may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Highcliffe were tree works (30), full planning applications (18), outline applications (5). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 56 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 29 applications
- Refused: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 26 applications
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