Monkton Wyld, Dorset Planning Applications

Wootton Fitzpaine is a quaint village and civil parish located in Dorset, South West England, about 3 miles northeast of Lyme Regis. Nestled in a side valley of the River Char and close to Marshwood Vale, the parish encompasses 3,307 acres and includes the small settlement of Monkton Wyld to the west. As of the 2011 census, it boasted 180 dwellings, 134 households, and a population of 345, making it a serene locale for potential planning applications.

Property prices in Monkton Wyld 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 Monkton Wyld 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 Monkton Wyld a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Monkton Wyld 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 Monkton Wyld, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.