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Planning in Pilford

Approved
93%
104 of 109 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Pilford

Pilford is a settlement located in Dorset, England.

Property prices in Pilford show an average sale price of £470,054, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Pilford 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 Pilford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Pilford has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pilford 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 Pilford, 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, 120 planning applications were submitted near Pilford. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

The most common types were tree works (55), full planning applications (40), outline applications (8). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pilford?
In the last 24 months, 120 planning applications were submitted near Pilford. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pilford?
The average planning decision time near Pilford is 43 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 Pilford?
The planning approval rate near Pilford is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pilford?
The most common type of planning application near Pilford is tree works applications, with 55 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pilford?
You can search and track planning applications near Pilford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.