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Planning in Sixpenny Handley

Approved
91%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Sixpenny Handley

Sixpenny Handley is a village located in north east Dorset, England, on the scenic Cranborne Chase, approximately ten miles from Blandford Forum. It was formerly a civil parish, which was dissolved on 1 April 2015 and merged with Pentridge to create the new parish of Sixpenny Handley and Pentridge. As of the 2011 census, the population of the area was recorded at 1,233, making it a small but vibrant community relevant for those exploring planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,233 (2011 estimate). It sits within the Sixpenny Handley and Pentridge district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sixpenny Handley 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 Sixpenny Handley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sixpenny Handley has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sixpenny Handley 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Sixpenny Handley, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Sixpenny Handley. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), tree works (4), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sixpenny Handley?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Sixpenny Handley. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sixpenny Handley?
The average planning decision time near Sixpenny Handley is 38 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 Sixpenny Handley?
The planning approval rate near Sixpenny Handley is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sixpenny Handley?
The most common type of planning application near Sixpenny Handley is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sixpenny Handley?
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