Search Milton Abbas planning applications

17 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Milton Abbas · updated daily · Dorset Council

Only 7 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 17 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Milton Abbas Sports Club, The View Coffee Shop Blandford Road To Chescombe Lane Milton Abbas DT11 0BBAwaiting decisionErect cafe and toilets.Full Planning ApplicationReceived 2 Nov 2026P/FUL/2026/03979
24 Pond Head To Whitechurch Road Milton Abbas DT11 0BLAwaiting decisionHornbeam - Reduce crown laterals by 1.7m and height by 1m.Tree Works- Conservation AreaReceived 20 Oct 2026P/TRC/2026/05852
Wyndthorpe Blandford Road To Chescombe Lane Milton Abbas DT11 0BBApprovedErect two-storey extension, carry out alterations to roof and associated landscaping worksHouseholder Planning PermissionReceived 7 Sep 2026Decided 23 Oct 2026P/HOU/2026/04911
24 Pond Head To Whitechurch Road Milton Abbas DT11 0BLWithdrawnHornbeam - Reduce height by no more than 2.5m and lateral spread by no more than 4m.Received 28 Aug 2026Decided 24 Sep 2026P/TRC/2026/04748
23 Pond Head To Whitechurch Road Milton Abbas DT11 0BLApprovedG1 Beech - Reduce height by approx 1.5mTree Works- Conservation AreaReceived 6 Aug 2026Decided 3 Sep 2026P/TRC/2026/04276

Planning in Milton Abbas

Approved: 85%; 17 of 18 decided
Decision time: about 5 weeks; on average

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

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Around Milton Abbas

Postcode districts

DT11 459 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Dorset Council

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About Milton Abbas

Milton Abbas is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Dorset, England, approximately 5 miles southwest of Blandford Forum. As of the 2021 census, the population of the civil parish stands at 729, making it a small but vibrant community, ideal for those exploring planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 729 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

Property prices in Milton Abbas show an average sale price of £380,480, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Milton Abbas 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 Milton Abbas a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Milton Abbas has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Milton Abbas 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 Milton Abbas, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Milton Abbas. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

The most common types were tree works (14), full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Milton Abbas?

In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Milton Abbas. The approval rate is 85%.

How long do planning decisions take near Milton Abbas?

The average planning decision time near Milton Abbas is 38 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 Milton Abbas?

The planning approval rate near Milton Abbas is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Milton Abbas?

The most common type of planning application near Milton Abbas is tree works applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Milton Abbas?

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