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Planning in Putton

Approved
87%
20 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Putton

Postcode districts

DT4 238 applications in the last 12 monthsDT3 224 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dorset Council

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About Putton

Putton is a suburb of Weymouth in Dorset, situated between the areas of Chickerell and Charlestown. This location offers a blend of residential and community amenities, making it an important area for potential planning applications and developments within the region.

Property prices in Putton show an average sale price of £304,510, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Putton 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 Putton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Putton 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 Putton, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near Putton. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), outline applications (5), tree works (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Putton?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Putton. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Putton?
The average planning decision time near Putton is 48 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 Putton?
The planning approval rate near Putton is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Putton?
The most common type of planning application near Putton is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Putton?
You can search and track planning applications near Putton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.