Leigh (DT9), Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Leigh (DT9), Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Leigh (DT9) are administered by Dorset Council. View the full Dorset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Leigh (DT9)
Leigh is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Dorset, southern England, about 5 miles south-southwest of Sherborne. Known for its historical Miz Maze, the parish had a population of 480 according to the 2011 census, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be relevant for those exploring planning applications in the area.
Population: 482 (2021)
District: Dorset
Website: http://www.leighvillage.org.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £216,160 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 008A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Leigh (DT9).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Leigh (DT9).
- 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 Leigh (DT9) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Leigh (DT9).
- - Guyers Cottage Chetnole Road Leigh DT9 6HL
Replacement 5no. internal doors to first floor.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - Church Farm Chetnole Road Leigh DT9 6HL
Continue to use 2no. holiday accommodation as 2no. dwellings (use Class C3).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-12-23
View full details - - Church Farm Chetnole Road Leigh DT9 6HL
Change of use of existing holiday cottages, to 2 no. dwellings (Class C3)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-12-23
View full details - - Willow Tree Farm Chetnole Road Leigh Sherborne DT9 6HJ
Change of use and conversion of agricultural building to dwellinghouse (Use Class C3)
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-09-06
View full details - - Carpenters Arms Chetnole Road Leigh Sherborne DT9 6HJ
Convert 2 No. dwellings into 1no. one bedroom dwelling, 3no. one bedroom flats and 1no. two bedroom flat and carry out alterations to create parking and garden areas.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2021-10-20
View full details - - Fudges Bakery, Chetnole Road, Leigh, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 6HJ
Demolish commercial floorspace & change of use of land to residential. New single & two storey extensions to dwelling
Status: Undecided | Council: Dorset | Date: 2010-05-13
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A brief summary of Leigh (DT9) in Dorset
Leigh is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Dorset, southern England, about 5 miles south-southwest of Sherborne. Known for its historical Miz Maze, the parish had a population of 480 according to the 2011 census, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be relevant for those exploring planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 482 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
Property prices in Leigh (DT9) show an average sale price of £216,160, 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 Leigh (DT9) a particularly low-crime area.
Leigh (DT9) has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Leigh, Chetnole. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Leigh (DT9) includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Dorset. 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, Leigh (DT9) planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.leighvillage.org.uk/. 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 Leigh (DT9)
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Leigh (DT9). Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 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 Leigh (DT9).
The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Leigh (DT9) were listed building and heritage (3), full planning applications (2), outline applications (2). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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