Kimmeridge, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Kimmeridge, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
About Kimmeridge
Kimmeridge is a quaint village and civil parish located on the Isle of Purbeck in Dorset, England, approximately 4.5 miles south of Wareham and 7 miles west of Swanage. With a small population of around 90 residents as of 2013, Kimmeridge offers a unique coastal setting that may influence local planning applications, particularly in relation to its scenic environment and community needs.
Population: 102 (2021)
District: Dorset
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Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: Mid Dorset and North Poole
- LSOA: Dorset 027A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Kimmeridge.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Kimmeridge.
- 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 Kimmeridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Kimmeridge.
- - 20 Kimmeridge Wareham BH20 2PE
Partial demolition and rebuilding of stone chimney reusing the stone and introducing correctly formed lead trays with upstands weep holes.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-15
View full details - - The Old Parsonage Devils Staircase Through Kimmeridge Road C114 Kimmeridge BH20 5PE, Clavells Devils Staircase Through Kimmeridge Road C114 Kimmeridge BH20 5PE and Tollgate Cottages Devils Staircase Through Kimmeridge Road C114 Kimmeridge BH20 5PE
G1 Sycamore and Holm Oak (located on land adjacent to The Old Parsonage) - Remove branches to create 1m clearance from the utility cables (secondary branches only). T3 Cherry (located Clavells) - Remo
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-11-21
View full details - - 4 Kimmeridge, BH20 5PE
T1 Sycamore - Fell. Also, remove Lonicera nitida hedge.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-10-03
View full details - - 22 Kimmeridge Road Wareham Kimmeridge Dorset BH20 5PE
T3 Bay tree (laurus nobilis): Reduce by approximately 6 metres, down to hedge height.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-05-01
View full details - - 8 Devils Staircase Through Kimmeridge Road C114 Kimmeridge Dorset BH20 5PE
T1 Tamarisk (Tamarix aphylla): Reduce entire crown by 1.5 - 2m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-04-15
View full details - - Clavells Kimmeridge Wareham BH20 5PE
Alterations to and extension of restaurant
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-01-31
View full details - - Mulberry Cottage 21 Kimmeridge BH20 5PE
T1 Oak - Reduce 1x lateral branch facing 20 Kimmeridge by 2-3 metres to bring back in line with shape of the tree.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-04-18
View full details - - 20 Kimmeridge Wareham BH20 5PE
1x Tamarisk - Fell to ground level.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-04-18
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A brief summary of Kimmeridge in Dorset
Kimmeridge is a quaint village and civil parish located on the Isle of Purbeck in Dorset, England, approximately 4.5 miles south of Wareham and 7 miles west of Swanage. With a small population of around 90 residents as of 2013, Kimmeridge offers a unique coastal setting that may influence local planning applications, particularly in relation to its scenic environment and community needs. The settlement has a population of approximately 102 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Kimmeridge a particularly low-crime area.
Kimmeridge has one conservation area within its boundaries: Kimmeridge. 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 Kimmeridge includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): South Dorset Coast SSSI; 12 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Dorset; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Isle of Portland to Studland Cliffs, Studland to Portland; 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, Kimmeridge 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 Kimmeridge
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Kimmeridge. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 31 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 Kimmeridge.
The average decision time of 31 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Kimmeridge were tree works (2), listed building and heritage (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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