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18 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Leigh (BH21) · updated daily · Dorset Council

Planning in Leigh (BH21)

Approved
90%
71 of 75 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Leigh (BH21) in the last 24 months, from Dorset Council's planning register.

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Around Leigh (BH21)

Postcode districts

BH21 571 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dorset Council

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About Leigh (BH21)

Leigh is a quaint village and civil parish located in Dorset, southern England, roughly 5 miles south-southwest of Sherborne. With a population of 480 as recorded in the 2011 census, it is notable for its historic Miz Maze, making it a point of interest for potential 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 show an average sale price of £216,160, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Leigh has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Leigh 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.leighvillage.org.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Leigh, 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, 103 planning applications were submitted near Leigh. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

The most common types were tree works (49), full planning applications (28), outline applications (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Leigh (BH21)?
In the last 24 months, 103 planning applications were submitted near Leigh (BH21). The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Leigh (BH21)?
The average planning decision time near Leigh (BH21) is 39 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 Leigh (BH21)?
The planning approval rate near Leigh (BH21) is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Leigh (BH21)?
The most common type of planning application near Leigh (BH21) is tree works applications, with 49 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Leigh (BH21)?
You can search and track planning applications near Leigh (BH21) on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.