Motcombe, Dorset Planning Applications
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Planning data sourced from Dorset council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Erect carport.
No. 25: Erect single storey side extension. No. 24: Formation of new vehicular access. No. 24 & 25: Erect two storey rear extension (demolish existing extension).
Erection of dwelling (outline application with all matters reserved)
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Motcombe is a village and civil parish located in north Dorset, approximately two miles north of Shaftesbury. Nestled on Kimmeridge clay soil and bordered by the hills at the edge of Blackmore Vale, it is one of the largest parishes in the region. As of the 2011 census, Motcombe comprised 611 dwellings, serving a population of 1,474 residents, making it a significant area for potential planning applications and developments. The other has a population of approximately 1,367 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
Property prices in Motcombe show an average sale price of £344,189, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Motcombe 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 Motcombe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Motcombe 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 Motcombe, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.