South Perrott, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near South Perrott, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
About South Perrott
South Perrott is a quaint village and civil parish located in northwest Dorset, England, approximately 2 miles southeast of Crewkerne. As of 2012, the estimated population of South Perrott was around 220 residents, with combined figures from the 2011 census indicating a total of 367 for South Perrott and the nearby parish of Chedington. This small community may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the region.
Population: 228 (2021)
District: Dorset
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Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 019B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near South Perrott.
- 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 South Perrott based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near South Perrott.
- - Bellamys Farm Picket Lane South Perrott DT8 3HU
T1 Monkey Puzzle - Remove Under Regulation 14 (S198)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - Church Gate Cottage Church Hill South Perrott DT8 3HZ
T1 Apple - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - Telephone Kiosk A356 From Junction Lechers Lane East Through Village To Old Post Office South Perrott
Remove payphone (Call box I.D. 01935891397).
Status: Permitted | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-02-12
View full details - - Pipplepen Farm Pipplepen Lane South Perrott Crewkerne Somerset DT8 3HS
Discharge of Conditions No. 19 (CEMP Biodiversity), No. 20 (LEMP), and No. 21 (Great Crested Newts Licence) of Planning Application 21/00701/FUL.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2024-09-13
View full details - - Sarum House A356 From Junction Lechers Lane East Through Village To Old Post Office South Perrott Dorset DT8 3HU
T1 Pine - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-11-15
View full details - - Pipplepen Farm Pipplepen Lane South Perrott Crewkerne Somerset DT8 3HS
Discharge of Condition Number 4 (Detailed Demolition and Restoration Scheme) of planning application 21/00701/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2023-07-21
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A brief summary of South Perrott in Dorset
South Perrott is a quaint village and civil parish located in northwest Dorset, England, approximately 2 miles southeast of Crewkerne. As of 2012, the estimated population of South Perrott was around 220 residents, with combined figures from the 2011 census indicating a total of 367 for South Perrott and the nearby parish of Chedington. This small community may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 228 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes South Perrott a particularly low-crime area.
South Perrott has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: South Perrott, Cheddington. 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 South Perrott includes 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, South Perrott 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 South Perrott
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near South Perrott. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 27 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near South Perrott may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 27 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near South Perrott were outline applications (2), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (1).
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.
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