Longburton, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Longburton, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Longburton are administered by Dorset Council. View the full Dorset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Longburton
Longburton, a quaint village in Dorset, England, lies three miles south of Sherborne, perched on a narrow outcrop of Cornbrash limestone at the western edge of Blackmore Vale. As of the 2021 census, it boasts a population of 524, making it a small but vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the area.
Population: 524 (2021)
District: Dorset
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £364,849 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 008C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Longburton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Longburton.
- 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 Longburton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Longburton.
- - Little Acre A352 Street Lane To A3030 Longburton DT9 5PD
(X5) Leylandii x 5 - Remove to ground level
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-11
View full details - - Meridene Street Lane Longburton DT9 5PH
Erect 2 no. agricultural barns to be used as animal shelters
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-03-06
View full details - - Ivydene Longburton DT9 5PD
Removal of thatch, front wall & floor. Repairs/support beams where possible & replace floor beams & lintels where necessary. Rebuild front wall & apply new roof structure
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-10-06
View full details - - Spring Farm Bradford Lane Longburton DT9 6ES
Change of use from agricultural building to holiday accommodation, with addition of steps, ramp and decking
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-09-22
View full details - - Old Pump Cottage A352 Street Lane To A3030 Longburton DT9 5PD
T1 & T2 Ash - Reduce height by up to 2m and reduce lateral spread all around by up to 1m T3 Birch - Reduce height by 2m and lateral spread all around by up to 1m T4 Liquidambar - Reduce height by 0.5m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-08-19
View full details - - Glenwood House A352 Street Lane To A3030 Longburton Dorset DT9 5PG
T1 Sycamore x 2 - Section fell T2 Holm Oak - Reduce by approx 3-4m to previous reduction points T3 Holly - Section fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-04-19
View full details - - Longburton Farm A352 Street Lane To A3030 Longburton Dorset DT9 5PG
Non-material amendment - to add 3 No. window openings in rear of Unit E; to Planning Permission No. P/VOC/2022/03390. (Demolition of modern barn & conversion of agricultural buildings to 5no. dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-02-23
View full details - - Half Acre A352 Street Lane To A3030 Longburton Dorset DT9 5PG
Erect garden room and linked pool extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Longburton in Dorset
Longburton, a quaint village in Dorset, England, lies three miles south of Sherborne, perched on a narrow outcrop of Cornbrash limestone at the western edge of Blackmore Vale. As of the 2021 census, it boasts a population of 524, making it a small but vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 524 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
Property prices in Longburton show an average sale price of £364,849, 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 Longburton a particularly low-crime area.
Longburton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Longburton. 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 Longburton includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Longburton 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 Longburton
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Longburton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Longburton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
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 Longburton were full planning applications (4), tree works (4), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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