Nether Compton, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Nether Compton, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Nether Compton are administered by Dorset Council. View the full Dorset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Nether Compton
Nether Compton is a village and civil parish in Dorset, located roughly 3 miles west of Sherborne and 3 miles east of Yeovil. With a population of 328 recorded in the 2011 census, this quaint community offers a unique setting for planning applications, benefiting from its proximity to both larger towns and the scenic Dorset countryside.
Population: 403 (2021)
District: Dorset
Website: http://www.opcdorset.org/Compton/Nether_OverCompton.htm
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £450,471 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 008D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Nether Compton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Nether Compton.
- 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 Nether Compton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
167 planning applications found near Nether Compton.
- - The Tractor Shed The Folly Nether Compton Sherborne DT9 4QG
Erect garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - Land East Of Crossfields Nether Compton
Change of use from agricultural to equestrian and erect stable building and training arena
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-23
View full details - - The Old Rectory Crossfields Nether Compton DT9 4QL
Demolish garden room and erect extension, reinstate verandah to The Old Rectory. Convert The Coach House to provide home gym and multi-use space. Convert and extend The Stables to form annex accommoda
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - The Old Rectory Crossfields Nether Compton DT9 4QL
Internal and external alterations to The Old Rectory including demolition of garden room and erection of extension, internal alterations, and reinstatement of verandah to south elevation. Restoration
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - Upglebe Crossfields Nether Compton DT9 4RE
Conversion of garage to extend kitchen. Erection of home office & outbuilding. Erection of 2no. stables
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-11-03
View full details - - Avenue Cottage North Street Nether Compton DT9 4QE
T1 Aspen - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-09-17
View full details - - Compton Cottage North Street Nether Compton DT9 4QE
T1 Field Maple - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-08-05
View full details - - 3 Meadow View Compton Road Over Compton DT9 4QP
Erect Single Storey Rear Extension with Rooflights (Demolish single storey flat roof extension and conservatory).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-07-07
View full details - - The Old Tractor Shed The Folly Nether Compton DT9 4QG
Change of use and conversion of agricultural building to 1 No. dwelling (Class C3), (with variation of condition 2 of P/VOC/2024/05587 to amend the approved plans)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-06-23
View full details - - 1 The Green Nether Compton DT9 4QB
T1 Norway Maple - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-06-17
View full details - - The Old Tractor Shed The Folly Nether Compton Sherborne DT9 4QG
Change of use of agricultural land to residential garden
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-03-06
View full details - - Griffin House The Folly Nether Compton DT9 4QE
T1 Silver Birch - Reduce by 5-6m in height & lateral branches by 3-4m T1 Silver Birch - Reduce by 4-5m in height & lateral branches by 2-3m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-02-10
View full details - - 7 Plum Orchard Flax Lane Nether Compton DT9 4RG
T6 Ash - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-01-16
View full details - - 5 Bridge Place Nether Compton DT9 4QF
Alterations to 1990's Study extension at North End of property to create Boot Room with new window and door arrangements. Replacement of existing Crittal window.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-12-23
View full details - - The Old Tractor Shed The Folly Nether Compton Sherborne DT9 4QG
Change of use and conversion of agricultural building to 1 No. dwelling (Class C3), (with variation to Condition No. 1 of Prior Approval No. P/PAAC/2023/04097 to amend the approved plans).
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-09-30
View full details - - Wisteria Lodge The Folly Nether Compton DT9 4QG
Erect timber frame agricultural barn for storing fodder and a small tractor for maintaining the land
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-06-19
View full details - - 1 The Green Nether Compton Sherborne DT9 4QB
T1 Prunus - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-06-18
View full details - - Windwards Compton Road Over Compton DT9 4QS
Erect agricultural building for storage of hay, straw, fodder and machinery
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-05-08
View full details - - Yafford New Road Nether Compton DT9 4QJ
Demolish rear lean-to and rear flat roof extension. Erect single storey rear extension with solar panels and roof lights
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-05-01
View full details - - Agricultural Building North Of The Folly Nether Compton
Demolition of existing agricultural building and erection of dwelling with associated landscaping
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-04-17
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A brief summary of Nether Compton in Dorset
Nether Compton is a village and civil parish in Dorset, located roughly 3 miles west of Sherborne and 3 miles east of Yeovil. With a population of 328 recorded in the 2011 census, this quaint community offers a unique setting for planning applications, benefiting from its proximity to both larger towns and the scenic Dorset countryside. The settlement has a population of approximately 403 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
Property prices in Nether Compton show an average sale price of £450,471, 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 Nether Compton a particularly low-crime area.
Nether Compton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Trent, Nether Compton. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Nether Compton includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Halfway House Quarry SSSI, Babylon Hill SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Nether Compton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.opcdorset.org/Compton/Nether_OverCompton.htm. 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 Nether Compton
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Nether Compton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Nether Compton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Nether Compton were full planning applications (8), tree works (6), listed building and heritage (5). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 21 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Awaiting decision: 1 application
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Trent planning applications
- Gore planning applications
- Over Compton planning applications
- Stallen planning applications
- Up Mudford planning applications
- Mudford planning applications
- Adber planning applications
- New Town 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.