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Planning in Holt

Only 6 decisions near Holt in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Holt

Holt is a village located in east Dorset, England, approximately 2 miles north of Wimborne Minster. As of the 2011 census, the village and its electoral ward, which includes Hinton Martell and Horton, had a combined population of 2,286. This growing community may present opportunities for planning applications and development initiatives in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,314 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

Property prices in Holt show an average sale price of £412,146, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Holt 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 Holt a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Holt has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Holt 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 Holt, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near Holt.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), amendments (2), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Holt?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Holt.
What types of planning applications are most common near Holt?
The most common type of planning application near Holt is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Holt?
You can search and track planning applications near Holt on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.