Milton on Stour, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Milton on Stour, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
About Milton on Stour
Milton on Stour is a picturesque village located in Dorset, England, nestled along the banks of the River Stour. Situated just a mile north of Gillingham, it offers a tranquil setting that may be of interest to those exploring planning applications in the area.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £306,380 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: North Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 002A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Milton on Stour.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Milton on Stour.
- 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 Milton on Stour based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Milton on Stour.
- - Church House Mapperton Hill Milton On Stour Dorset SP8 5QD
T1 Scots Pine - Remove Under Regulation 14 (S198)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - Church House Mapperton Hill To Milton-on-Stour Road Milton On Stour SP8 5QD
T1 Ash - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - Northmoor House Purns Mill Lane Colesbrook SP8 4HH
Convert barn to living accommodation with variation of condition 2 of planning permission 2/2000/0436 to use the premises as annex or holiday let.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-12-17
View full details - - Church Gate Milton On Stour SP8 5QD
Erect 2 single storey extensions with roof lights
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-07-11
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A brief summary of Milton on Stour in Dorset
Milton on Stour is a picturesque village located in Dorset, England, nestled along the banks of the River Stour. Situated just a mile north of Gillingham, it offers a tranquil setting that may be of interest to those exploring planning applications in the area.
Property prices in Milton on Stour show an average sale price of £306,380, 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 Milton on Stour a particularly low-crime area.
Milton on Stour has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Milton on Stour, Wyke, Colesbrook. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Milton on Stour 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 Milton on Stour
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Milton on Stour. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Milton on Stour may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Milton on Stour were tree works (8), full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Huntingford planning applications
- Peacemarsh planning applications
- Colesbrook planning applications
- Bowridge Hill planning applications
- Gillingham planning applications
- Wyke planning applications
- White Hill planning applications
- Bay 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.