Lower Wraxall, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Lower Wraxall, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Lower Wraxall are administered by Dorset Council. View the full Dorset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Lower Wraxall
Lower Wraxall is a quaint hamlet within the civil parish of Wraxall in Dorset, nestled in a picturesque valley amid the chalk hills of the Dorset Downs. Located approximately 11 miles northwest of Dorchester, the area has a small population of around 40 residents, making it ideal for those seeking a tranquil rural setting for planning applications or development projects.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 019F
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Lower Wraxall.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lower Wraxall.
- 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 Lower Wraxall based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
29 planning applications found near Lower Wraxall.
- - Wraxall Yard Wraxall Lane Lower Wraxall DT2 0HL.
Development of a gravel access path and timber boardwalk
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2021-10-06
View full details - - Three Acres Wraxall Lane Lower Wraxall DT2 0HL
Erection of garden room and terrace
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2021-07-27
View full details - - Lower Wraxall Farmhouse Wraxall Lane Lower Wraxall Dorset DT2 0HL
Replace rooflight on west elevation with dormer window and move rooflight to north elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2021-02-01
View full details - - LOWER WRAXALL FARM, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Amendment to planning permission WD/D/19/001922 - Reduction in scale of the Breezeway entrance, Omission and relocation of some roof-lights, omission and relocation of some wood-burner flues, alterati
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Dorset | Date: 2020-10-06
View full details - - THE OLD FORGE, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL
Use of Land for siting of Shepherds Hut
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2020-02-03
View full details - - POST BOX COTTAGE, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Discharge of planning obligations on section 106 agreement dated 18th September 2008 (original planning approval 1/W/07/000049)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Dorset | Date: 2020-01-09
View full details - - SOUTH WRAXALL FARM, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Erection of steel frame agricultural storage barn
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2019-08-06
View full details - - LOWER WRAXALL FARM, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Conversion and alterations of vacant farm buildings to create 5no. units of residential accommodation (holiday lets), community space and educational farm area
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2019-07-29
View full details - - SOUTH WRAXALL FARM, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Application for approval of reserved matters for access, appearance, layout and scale of outline planning permission WD/D/16/000694.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2019-03-07
View full details - - MERRYFIELDS, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Formation of vehicular access and 20m section of track
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2017-04-11
View full details - - HAMMICK FARM, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Confirmation that works undertaken are sufficient to implement planning permission 1/W/07/000049
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Dorset | Date: 2016-07-04
View full details - - SOUTH WRAXALL FARM, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Outline application for erection of agricultural workers dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2016-06-07
View full details - - SOUTH WRAXALL FARM, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Erect steel frame barn.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2015-05-26
View full details - - SOUTH WRAXALL FARM, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Winter housing for cattle
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2014-09-19
View full details - - THREE ACRES, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Detached timber garage with office over
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2014-08-11
View full details - - SOUTH WRAXALL FARM, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Replacement of existing unsafe building to house animals during winter months
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2014-07-07
View full details - - LAND ADJACENT WRAXALL LANE, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL
Erect a portal framed barn for the storage of feed, vehicles and machinery
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2013-07-01
View full details - - THREE ACRES, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Construct balcony to west elevation. 3 bay garage to north of dwelling. Whole dwelling to be re-faced in natural stone.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2012-06-11
View full details - - LOWER WRAXALL FARMHOUSE, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Erect fencing to tennis court
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2008-09-17
View full details - - LOWER WRAXALL HOUSE, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Demolish existing poultry house and run & construct a new garden store. Demolish existing gardeners cottage, wall (previous application 1/W/94/000202) and construct a new loggia. Construct living room
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2008-04-01
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A brief summary of Lower Wraxall in Dorset
Lower Wraxall is a quaint hamlet within the civil parish of Wraxall in Dorset, nestled in a picturesque valley amid the chalk hills of the Dorset Downs. Located approximately 11 miles northwest of Dorchester, the area has a small population of around 40 residents, making it ideal for those seeking a tranquil rural setting for planning applications or development projects.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Lower Wraxall a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Lower Wraxall includes 4 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.
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