Marshwood, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Marshwood, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
About Marshwood
Marshwood is a quaint village and civil parish located in west Dorset, England, on the northern boundary of the picturesque Marshwood Vale, about 5.5 miles northeast of Lyme Regis. As of 2013, the parish had an estimated population of 310, with the 2011 census reporting a combined total of 346 when including the nearby parish of Bettiscombe. This rural community provides a unique setting for potential planning applications in a serene environment.
Population: 310 (2021)
District: Dorset
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £404,445 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 030B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Marshwood.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Marshwood.
- 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 Marshwood based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Marshwood.
- - Ashlands B3165 Junction Marshalsea Estate To Junction Mutton Street Marshwood DT6 5QA
Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of replacement dwelling and garage with associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - Higher Sminhay Farm Mutton Street Marshwood DT6 5PZ
Lawful Development Certificate (existing) for the construction and occupation of a building as an independent C3 dwelling, along with the use of land for associated residential purposes
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-02-04
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A brief summary of Marshwood in Dorset
Marshwood is a quaint village and civil parish located in west Dorset, England, on the northern boundary of the picturesque Marshwood Vale, about 5.5 miles northeast of Lyme Regis. As of 2013, the parish had an estimated population of 310, with the 2011 census reporting a combined total of 346 when including the nearby parish of Bettiscombe. This rural community provides a unique setting for potential planning applications in a serene environment. The settlement has a population of approximately 310 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
Property prices in Marshwood show an average sale price of £404,445, 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 Marshwood a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Marshwood includes 5 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Marshwood 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 Marshwood
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Marshwood. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Marshwood may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Marshwood were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Marshalsea planning applications
- Birdsmoorgate planning applications
- Bettiscombe planning applications
- Fishpond Bottom planning applications
- Templeman's Ash planning applications
- Northay planning applications
- Cole's Cross planning applications
- Coombe planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.