How long do planning decisions take near Portesham?

The average planning decision time near Portesham is 29 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 Portesham?

The planning approval rate near Portesham is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Portesham?

The most common type of planning application near Portesham is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Portesham?

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Portesham, Dorset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Portesham, Dorset.

Dorset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Portesham are administered by Dorset Council. View the full Dorset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Portesham

Portesham, a village and civil parish in Dorset, is located approximately 6 miles northwest of Weymouth and 6 miles southwest of Dorchester. It lies near the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, just 2 miles from Chesil Beach. Covering several outlying hamlets, the parish had a population of 685 residents across 316 households according to the 2011 census, making it a quaint yet significant locality for those exploring planning applications in the area.

Population: 736 (2021)

District: Dorset

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £285,319 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dorset
Parliamentary constituency: South Dorset
LSOA: Dorset 040A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Portesham.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Portesham.

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 Portesham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Portesham.

- 32 Front Street Portesham DT3 4ET
T1 Beech - Reduce overall crown by up to 2m & thin by up to 10% T2 Apple - Reduce northern aspect by up to 1.5m & thin remaining by 20% T3 Apple - Reduce western stem by up to 0.5m & shape T4 & T5 App
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-20
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- 18 Back Street Portesham DT3 4EZ
T1 - Mulberry - Lateral reduction by up to 1.25 over the road and on limb growing towards the property. Reduction in height by up to 1m. Remove major deadwood. T2 - Walnut - Crown reduction by up to 1
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-01-16
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- 32A Front Street Portesham DT3 4ET
T1 Willow - Remove
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-11-25
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- 2 Church Lane Portesham DT3 4HB
T1 Holly - Make tree symmetrical all round (as per submitted photo), raise the crown to 1.75m from the ground & reduce the lowest point of the crown from a diameter currently of approximately 4.5m to
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-08-04
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- 11 Winters Lane Portesham DT3 4ES
G1 Conifer - Fell G2 Conifer - Reduce in height by 3-4m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-12-23
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- 18 Front Street Portesham Dorset DT3 4ET
T1 Bay - Coppice to manage as a shrub
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-02-05
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- 5 Cemetery Road Portesham Dorset DT3 4HA
T1 Ash - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-07-12
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A brief summary of Portesham in Dorset

Property prices in Portesham show an average sale price of £285,319, 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 Portesham a particularly low-crime area.

Portesham has one conservation area within its boundaries: Portesham. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Portesham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Valley of Stones SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Dorset. 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, Portesham 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.

Planning Activity in Portesham

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Portesham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 29 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Portesham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 29 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Portesham were tree works (5), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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