Sherford, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Sherford, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
About Sherford
Sherford, located in Dorset, is home to the River Sherford, one of the four primary rivers that flow into Poole Harbour. Spanning approximately 12 kilometres, the river drains the surrounding tertiary beds, making it an important feature for local planning and environmental considerations in the area.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £410,969 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: Mid Dorset and North Poole
- LSOA: Dorset 039B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Sherford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sherford.
- 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 Sherford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Sherford.
- - Sika Cottage East Morden Wareham BH20 7DL
Non material amendment - Adjustment to the main roof pitch from 47.5° to 45°, with no change to the approved ridge height. Lowering of the first floor gable windows on the east and west elevations by
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - Swingate 89 Dorchester Road Lytchett Minster BH16 6HT
Certificate of Lawfulness. Erection of 1800 mm high fence to perimeter of property
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-07-02
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A brief summary of Sherford in Dorset
Sherford, located in Dorset, is home to the River Sherford, one of the four primary rivers that flow into Poole Harbour. Spanning approximately 12 kilometres, the river drains the surrounding tertiary beds, making it an important feature for local planning and environmental considerations in the area.
Property prices in Sherford show an average sale price of £410,969, 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 Sherford a particularly low-crime area.
Sherford has one conservation area within its boundaries: Morden. 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 Sherford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Morden Bog and Hyde Heath SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Dorset Heaths; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Dorset Heathlands; 2 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Dorset Heathlands. 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, Sherford 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 Sherford
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Sherford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 11 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Sherford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 11 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Sherford were outline applications (1), amendments (1).
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- 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.