How long do planning decisions take near Horton?

The average planning decision time near Horton is 38 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 Horton?

The planning approval rate near Horton is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Horton?

The most common type of planning application near Horton is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Horton?

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Horton, Dorset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Horton, Dorset.

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About Horton

Horton is a charming village located in Dorset, England, nestled at the intersection of the scenic Cranborne Chase chalk downland and the expansive Dorset Heaths, approximately ten miles north of Poole. With a population of 515, this quaint community offers a unique blend of rural charm and potential for development, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications.

Population: 493 (2021)

District: Dorset

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £441,641 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dorset
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Dorset and North Poole
LSOA: Dorset 025A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Horton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Horton.

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 Horton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Horton.

- Horton Cottage C2 From Horton To Junction With C76 Horton BH21 7JA
T3 Silver Birch - Fell. T4 Cypress - Fell. G5 Mixed Species (including Cypress, Hazel, Holly and Bay) - Reduce in height by 4-5m to form hedge.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-09
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- Stepping Stones Haythorne Horton BH21 7JG
Raise roof from 7.12m to 8.46m to create an additional storey
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-07
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P/PAED/2026/00248 - Stepping Stones Haythorne Horton BH21 7JG
Erection of additional storey
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-01-15
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- Stepping Stones Haythorne Horton BH21 7JG
Erection of additional storey
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-01-15
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- Abbey House Horton BH21 7JA
T1 Acer: Removal of lower branch overhanging church. T3 Beech: Removal of 1 x primary branch and 2 x secondary branches growing to the south towards the dwelling (amended description of works). T8 Bee
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-09-03
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A brief summary of Horton in Dorset

Property prices in Horton show an average sale price of £441,641, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Horton a particularly low-crime area.

Horton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Horton. 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 Horton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Holt and West Moors Heaths SSSI; 10 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Horton

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Horton. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Horton.

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Horton were outline applications (4), tree works (2), full planning applications (1).

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