How long do planning decisions take near Stour Row?

The average planning decision time near Stour Row is 25 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 Row?

The planning approval rate near Stour Row is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stour Row?

The most common type of planning application near Stour Row is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stour Row?

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Stour Row, Dorset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stour Row, Dorset.

Dorset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Stour Row are administered by Bournemouth Christchurch And Poole Council. View the full Bournemouth Christchurch And Poole Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Stour Row

Stour Row is a quaint village located in north Dorset, England, approximately three miles southwest of Shaftesbury and nestled alongside Duncliffe Hill. Home to around 300 residents and about 150 houses, it features a village hall that hosts social events, although it has limited amenities today compared to its past. The village is part of the parish of Stour Provost and lies within the SP7 postcode area, on the edge of the picturesque Blackmore Vale. Notably, All Saints Church, established in 1867, has closed due to declining attendance, with its last service held on 15 October 2015.

District: Stour Provost

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £393,060 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dorset
Parliamentary constituency: North Dorset
LSOA: Dorset 003B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stour Row.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stour Row.

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 Stour Row based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Stour Row in Dorset

Property prices in Stour Row show an average sale price of £393,060, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Stour Row a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Stour Row includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Stour Row

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Stour Row. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 25 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Stour Row may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 25 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Stour Row were outline applications (1).

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