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Planning in Sleight

Approved
96%
22 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Sleight

Sleight is a small village located in Dorset, England, known for its picturesque countryside and community-oriented atmosphere. This charming area offers a blend of residential properties and local amenities, making it an appealing location for potential development projects and planning applications. With its proximity to natural attractions and transport links, Sleight presents opportunities for sustainable growth and revitalization within the region.

Property prices in Sleight show an average sale price of £470,054, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Sleight a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sleight has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sleight 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 Sleight, 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, 29 planning applications were submitted near Sleight. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were tree works (11), full planning applications (9), amendments (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sleight?
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Sleight. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sleight?
The average planning decision time near Sleight is 68 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 Sleight?
The planning approval rate near Sleight is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sleight?
The most common type of planning application near Sleight is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sleight?
You can search and track planning applications near Sleight on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.