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15 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Motcombe · updated daily · Dorset Council

Planning in Motcombe

Approved
77%
17 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Motcombe

Postcode districts

SP7 247 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dorset Council

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About Motcombe

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 settlement 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Motcombe, 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, 26 planning applications were submitted near Motcombe. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), tree works (6), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Motcombe?
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Motcombe. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Motcombe?
The average planning decision time near Motcombe is 46 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 Motcombe?
The planning approval rate near Motcombe is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Motcombe?
The most common type of planning application near Motcombe is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Motcombe?
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