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Planning in Stapehill

Approved
76%
13 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Stapehill

Postcode districts

BH21 571 applications in the last 12 monthsBH22 351 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dorset Council

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About Stapehill

Stapehill is a settlement located in Dorset, England.

Property prices in Stapehill show an average sale price of £470,054, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stapehill 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 Stapehill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stapehill 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 Stapehill, 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 Stapehill. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), tree works (4), amendments (2).

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 Stapehill?
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Stapehill. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stapehill?
The average planning decision time near Stapehill is 73 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 Stapehill?
The planning approval rate near Stapehill is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stapehill?
The most common type of planning application near Stapehill is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stapehill?
You can search and track planning applications near Stapehill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.