Shipton Gorge, Dorset Planning Applications
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Planning data sourced from Dorset council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
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T1 Silver Birch - Reduce by 1m overall, thin by 5% & reshape as necessary (cut size 5cm) T2 Maple - Reduce by 1m overall, thin by 5% & reshape as necessary (cut size 5cm)
T1 New Zealand Privet - Reduce the overall crown by up 2m & reshape to best aesthetics T2 New Zealand Privet - Remove one limb resting on a headstone, reduce the lateral crown by up 2m & reshape
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About Shipton Gorge - Planning Applications & Local Development
Shipton Gorge is a quaint village and civil parish located in southwest Dorset, just 3 miles east of Bridport. With a population of approximately 350 residents, as per the 2013 estimate by Dorset County Council, it offers a small community atmosphere. The 2011 census recorded a combined population of 381 for Shipton Gorge and the adjacent parish of Chilcombe, highlighting the area's modest size and potential for local development considerations. The other has a population of approximately 375 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
Property prices in Shipton Gorge show an average sale price of £345,860, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Shipton Gorge 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 Shipton Gorge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Shipton Gorge has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shipton Gorge 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.shiptongorge.org.uk/.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Shipton Gorge, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.