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14 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Stour Provost · updated daily · Dorset Council

Planning in Stour Provost

Approved
80%
28 of 31 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Stour Provost

Postcode districts

SP8 131 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dorset Council

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About Stour Provost

Stour Provost is a charming village and civil parish located in the picturesque Blackmore Vale of north Dorset, England. Nestled along the banks of the River Stour, it lies conveniently between Sturminster Newton and Gillingham, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications and development opportunities. Historically referred to as Stower Provost, the village offers a blend of rural character and accessibility. The settlement has a population of approximately 573 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

Property prices in Stour Provost show an average sale price of £323,000, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stour Provost 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 Stour Provost a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stour Provost 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 Stour Provost, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Stour Provost. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (13), tree works (11), full planning applications (8).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stour Provost?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Stour Provost. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stour Provost?
The average planning decision time near Stour Provost is 43 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 Stour Provost?
The planning approval rate near Stour Provost is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stour Provost?
The most common type of planning application near Stour Provost is listed building consent applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stour Provost?
You can search and track planning applications near Stour Provost on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.