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

Planning in Rixon

Approved
92%
24 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 4 weeks
on average

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

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Around Rixon

Postcode districts

DT10 136 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dorset Council

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About Rixon

Rixon is a charming village located near Sturminster Newton in Dorset, England. Its proximity to this market town makes it an appealing area for those interested in planning applications, offering a blend of rural tranquility and access to local amenities. It sits within the Sturminster Newton district.

Property prices in Rixon show an average sale price of £392,750, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rixon 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 Rixon a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rixon 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 Rixon, 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 Rixon. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 26 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), tree works (9), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rixon?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Rixon. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Rixon?
The average planning decision time near Rixon is 26 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 Rixon?
The planning approval rate near Rixon is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rixon?
The most common type of planning application near Rixon is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rixon?
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