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Planning in Longfleet

Approved
85%
88 of 101 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Longfleet in the last 24 months, from Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council's planning register.

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About Longfleet

Longfleet is a quaint district located in Poole, part of the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area in Dorset, England. Centrally positioned along Longfleet Road, it is conveniently situated just north of Poole's town centre, bordered by Oakdale to the east and Parkstone to the south and west, making it an interesting area for planning applications and local developments.

Property prices in Longfleet show an average sale price of £352,890, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Longfleet area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Longfleet a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Longfleet has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Longfleet 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Longfleet, 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, 124 planning applications were submitted near Longfleet. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (42), tree works (19), outline applications (12).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Longfleet?
In the last 24 months, 124 planning applications were submitted near Longfleet. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Longfleet?
The average planning decision time near Longfleet is 68 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 Longfleet?
The planning approval rate near Longfleet is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Longfleet?
The most common type of planning application near Longfleet is full planning applications, with 42 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Longfleet?
You can search and track planning applications near Longfleet on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.