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Planning in Lulworth Camp

Approved
93%
14 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lulworth Camp in the last 24 months, from Dorset Council's planning register.

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About Lulworth Camp

Lulworth Camp, situated on the southern coast of Dorset, serves as a British Army base housing the Armoured Fighting Vehicle Gunnery School. Located on Purbeck Ridge between East and West Lulworth, it is part of Bovington Garrison and lies just southeast of the B 3070 and B 3071 road junction, approximately one mile northeast of the scenic Lulworth Cove. This military installation may influence local planning applications due to its strategic importance and proximity to residential areas. It sits within the Dorset district.

Property prices in Lulworth Camp show an average sale price of £449,070, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lulworth Camp 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 Lulworth Camp a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lulworth Camp has 15 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lulworth Camp 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 Lulworth Camp, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Lulworth Camp. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), tree works (6), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lulworth Camp?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Lulworth Camp. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lulworth Camp?
The average planning decision time near Lulworth Camp is 41 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 Lulworth Camp?
The planning approval rate near Lulworth Camp is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lulworth Camp?
The most common type of planning application near Lulworth Camp is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lulworth Camp?
You can search and track planning applications near Lulworth Camp on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.