Search Puncknowle planning applications

19 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Puncknowle · updated daily · Dorset Council

Only 7 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 19 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Golly Knapp Farm Rectory Lane Puncknowle DT2 9BTAwaiting decisionErect single storey rear extension, covered rear canopy porch and first floor balconyHouseholder Planning PermissionReceived 16 Oct 2026P/HOU/2026/05806
Knoll View Clay Lane Puncknowle Dorchester DT2 9DNAwaiting decisionRepairs/renew roof timbersListed Building ConsentReceived 14 Oct 2026P/LBC/2026/05313
13 Puncknowle Road Swyre DT2 9DNApprovedErection of a single-storey rear extension with external steps, together with associated alterationsHouseholder Planning PermissionReceived 28 Sep 2026Decided 9 Nov 2026P/HOU/2026/05397
Appletrees Rectory Lane Puncknowle DT2 9BWApprovedT1 - Cedar - Reduce back to previous pruning points. Approximately up to 1.5 meters overall.Tree Works- Conservation AreaReceived 25 Sep 2026Decided 19 Oct 2026P/TRC/2026/05323
Swyre Cross B3157 Back Lane To Clay Lane Swyre DT2 9DAApprovedErect an art studio at rear of propertyCertificate of Lawful Use ProposedReceived 1 Sep 2026Decided 21 Sep 2026P/CLP/2026/04759

Planning in Puncknowle

Approved: 88%; 21 of 23 decided
Decision time: about 6 weeks; on average

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

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Around Puncknowle

Postcode districts

DT2 497 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Dorset Council

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Application types: Rear extensionsLoft conversionsHouseholder applicationsTree works & TPOListed building consentChange of useAnnexes & granny flatsSolar panelsBarn conversionsBasement extensions

About Puncknowle

Puncknowle is a quaint village and civil parish located in Dorset, England, nestled on the southern slopes of the Bride Valley. Approximately 5 miles east of Bridport and just 1.5 miles north of Chesil Beach on the Jurassic Coast, it encompasses the coastal settlement of West Bexington. According to the 2011 census, the parish boasts a population of 466, making it a small yet vibrant community ideal for planning considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 424 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

Property prices in Puncknowle 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 Puncknowle 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 Puncknowle a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Puncknowle has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Puncknowle 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 Puncknowle, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Puncknowle. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

The most common types were tree works (12), full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Puncknowle?

In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Puncknowle. The approval rate is 88%.

How long do planning decisions take near Puncknowle?

The average planning decision time near Puncknowle 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 Puncknowle?

The planning approval rate near Puncknowle is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Puncknowle?

The most common type of planning application near Puncknowle is tree works applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Puncknowle?

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