Puddletown, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Puddletown, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
About Puddletown
Puddletown is a charming village located in the civil parish of Athelhampton and Puddletown in Dorset, England, approximately 4.5 miles northeast of Dorchester, alongside the River Piddle. Renowned for its picturesque surroundings, the village spans 2,908 hectares, extending to the River Frome to the south. As of 2013, Puddletown had an estimated population of 1,450, making it a small yet vibrant community ideal for those researching planning applications in the area.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £326,698 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: North Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 022E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Puddletown.
- 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 Puddletown based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
12 planning applications found near Puddletown.
- - The Stables The Green Puddletown Dorchester DT2 8SN
Erect two storey side extension, carry out alterations to the roof & erect dormer window.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - The Myrtles Little Lane Puddletown DT2 8TB
Replace glazed conservatory roof with lightweight graphite slate profile cladding
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - St Marys Church The Square Puddletown DT2 8SN
T2 Yew - Prune back encroaching canopy by 1m (as per annotated photo submitted)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - St Marys Church The Square Puddletown DT2 8SN
T1 Yew - Crown lift all round to achieve a clearance of 3m from ground level to nearest foliage. Prune back canopy overhanging main track through to new graveyard at the back by 1m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 2 Orford Mews Orford Street Puddletown DT2 8UG
Erect single storey rear extension. (With Variation of condition 2 of planning permission P/HOU/2025/02324 to amend approved plans).
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - 16 Mill Street Puddletown DT2 8SH
T1 Weeping Willow - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - The Old Vicarage The Green Puddletown DT2 8SN
Internal works to replace floor finishes in Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, landing and bathroom, including installation of new carpet and oak flooring laid over chipboard to level existing surfaces. Repair and
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-11-18
View full details - - 3 Catmead Puddletown DT2 8GX
T1 Birch - Reduce height by up to 2.5m & spread by 1.5m on all lateral branches
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-07-30
View full details - - 2 Orford Mews Orford Street Puddletown DT2 8UG
Erect single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-04-28
View full details - - 5 The Green Puddletown DT2 8SN
T1 Conifer - Fell T2 Holm Oak - Re-pollard back to previous points T3 Plum - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-04-17
View full details - - Telephone Kiosk The Square Puddletown
Remove payphone (Call box I.D. 01305848201). (Retain telephone kiosk - to be locked).
Status: Permitted | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-02-12
View full details - - 3 Coombe Road Puddletown DT2 8RZ
Change of use and conversion of ancillary building to form 1 No: unit of holiday accommodation
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-07-20
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A brief summary of Puddletown in Dorset
Puddletown is a charming village located in the civil parish of Athelhampton and Puddletown in Dorset, England, approximately 4.5 miles northeast of Dorchester, alongside the River Piddle. Renowned for its picturesque surroundings, the village spans 2,908 hectares, extending to the River Frome to the south. As of 2013, Puddletown had an estimated population of 1,450, making it a small yet vibrant community ideal for those researching planning applications in the area.
Property prices in Puddletown show an average sale price of £326,698, 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 Puddletown a particularly low-crime area.
Puddletown has one conservation area within its boundaries: Puddletown. 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 Puddletown includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Puddletown
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Puddletown. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Puddletown.
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 Puddletown were tree works (5), full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (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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Related Planning Guides
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- 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.