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Planning in Stoke Abbott

Only 3 decisions near Stoke Abbott in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Stoke Abbott

Stoke Abbott is a quaint village and civil parish located in west Dorset, England, just 2 miles (3.2 km) from Beaminster. With a population of approximately 190 residents as of 2013, this small community may present unique planning opportunities and considerations for prospective developers and planners in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 208 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stoke Abbott 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 Stoke Abbott, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Stoke Abbott.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stoke Abbott?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Stoke Abbott.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stoke Abbott?
The most common type of planning application near Stoke Abbott is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stoke Abbott?
You can search and track planning applications near Stoke Abbott on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.