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Marshwood, Dorset Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Marshwood, Dorset. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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Planning data sourced from Dorset council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Marshwood - Planning Applications & Local Development

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 other has a population of approximately 310 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

Property prices in Marshwood show an average sale price of £345,860, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Marshwood 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 Marshwood a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Marshwood has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Marshwood, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.