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Planning in Holt Wood

Approved
75%
12 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

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

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About Holt Wood

Holt Wood is a settlement located in Dorset, England.

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

The area around Holt Wood has 29 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Holt Wood 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 Holt Wood, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Holt Wood. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 96 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), outline applications (5), amendments (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Holt Wood?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Holt Wood. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Holt Wood?
The average planning decision time near Holt Wood is 96 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 Holt Wood?
The planning approval rate near Holt Wood is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Holt Wood?
The most common type of planning application near Holt Wood is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Holt Wood?
You can search and track planning applications near Holt Wood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.