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Planning in Plush

Only 4 decisions near Plush in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Plush

Plush is a quaint village located in the civil parish of Piddletrenthide, approximately 8 miles north of Dorchester in Dorset. Nestled in a small side-valley of the River Piddle at an altitude of 130 metres, the village is enveloped by picturesque chalk hills, including Ball Hill and Lyscombe Hill, which reach heights of 251 and 261 metres respectively. This scenic setting makes Plush an area of interest for planning applications related to rural development and conservation. It sits within the Piddletrenthide district.

Property prices in Plush show an average sale price of £352,519, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Plush 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 Plush a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Plush has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Plush 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 Plush, 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, 5 planning applications were submitted near Plush.

The most common types were tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Plush?
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Plush.
What types of planning applications are most common near Plush?
The most common type of planning application near Plush is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Plush?
You can search and track planning applications near Plush on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.