Shipton Gorge, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Shipton Gorge, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
About Shipton Gorge
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.
Population: 375 (2021)
District: Dorset
Website: http://www.shiptongorge.org.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £404,445 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 030B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Shipton Gorge.
- 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 Shipton Gorge based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Shipton Gorge.
- - Barton House Chapel Street Shipton Gorge DT6 4LX
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)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - St Martins Church Church Lane Shipton Gorge DT6 4LZ
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
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - Brook Cottage Brook Street Shipton Gorge DT6 4NA
Demolish and erect replacement porch; remove asbestos sheets on garage and replace with slate; erect single storey and first floor rear extensions; replace windows; carry out alterations (with variati
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - Sunnybank Chapel Street Shipton Gorge DT6 4LX
Proposed enlargement of fireplace to accommodate a new Aga and installation of associated flue/vent pipe
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-10-01
View full details - - The Haven Chapel Street Shipton Gorge DT6 4LX
T1 Magnolia - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-04-17
View full details - - Vine Cottage Chapel Street Shipton Gorge DT6 4LX
Extend single storey extension on North-West side of dwelling.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-10-02
View full details - - Masons Cottage Brook Street Shipton Gorge DT6 4NA
Demolish existing rear extensions and replace with new ground floor infill extension connecting Masons Cottage to Thatch End and replacement first floor extension (with variation of condition 2 and 6
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-08-05
View full details - - Shipton Gorge Village Hall Church Lane Shipton Gorge Dorset DT6 4LZ
Erect Village Hall Extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-07-05
View full details - - Masons Cottage Brook Street Shipton Gorge Dorset DT6 4NA
Demolish existing rear extensions and replace with new ground floor infill extension connecting Masons Cottage to Thatch End and replacement first floor extension.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-11-22
View full details - - 16 Peas Hill Shipton Road Shipton Gorge DT6 4LR
Proposed single storey side extension with internal and external alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-04-28
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A brief summary of Shipton Gorge in Dorset
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 settlement 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 £404,445, 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 Shipton Gorge a particularly low-crime area.
Shipton Gorge has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Shipton Gorge, Burton Bradstock, Loders and Uploders, Walditch. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Shipton Gorge includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Peashill Quarry SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Dorset. 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, Shipton Gorge planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.shiptongorge.org.uk/. 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 Shipton Gorge
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Shipton Gorge. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Shipton Gorge may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Shipton Gorge were full planning applications (4), tree works (3), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Walditch planning applications
- Yondover planning applications
- Burton Bradstock planning applications
- Southover planning applications
- Uploders planning applications
- Loders planning applications
- Hyde planning applications
- St Andrew's Well planning applications
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.