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Planning in Melcombe Bingham

Only 7 decisions near Melcombe Bingham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Melcombe Bingham

Melcombe Bingham is a civil parish located in Dorset, South West England, encompassing the small settlements of Melcombe Bingham, Bingham's Melcombe, and Higher Melcombe, which features the remains of the deserted village of Melcombe Horsey. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 141, providing a quaint and low-density environment for potential planning applications in the area. It sits within the Melcombe Horsey district.

Property prices in Melcombe Bingham show an average sale price of £352,519, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Melcombe Bingham 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 Melcombe Bingham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Melcombe Bingham has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Melcombe Bingham 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 Melcombe Bingham, 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, 7 planning applications were submitted near Melcombe Bingham.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Melcombe Bingham?
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Melcombe Bingham.
What types of planning applications are most common near Melcombe Bingham?
The most common type of planning application near Melcombe Bingham is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Melcombe Bingham?
You can search and track planning applications near Melcombe Bingham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.