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Planning in Stourpaine

Approved
96%
25 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Stourpaine

Stourpaine is a charming village and civil parish located in Dorset, England, set within the picturesque River Stour valley, just three miles northwest of Blandford Forum. The village is traversed by the A350 road, linking Blandford to Shaftesbury, while the scenic chalk hills of Cranborne Chase and the Dorset Downs provide a stunning backdrop. As of the 2011 census, Stourpaine boasts 277 dwellings and a population of 617, making it a quaint yet vibrant community ideal for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 650 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

Property prices in Stourpaine show an average sale price of £380,480, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stourpaine 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 Stourpaine a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Stourpaine has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stourpaine 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 Stourpaine, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Stourpaine. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

The most common types were tree works (13), full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stourpaine?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Stourpaine. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stourpaine?
The average planning decision time near Stourpaine is 38 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 Stourpaine?
The planning approval rate near Stourpaine is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stourpaine?
The most common type of planning application near Stourpaine is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stourpaine?
You can search and track planning applications near Stourpaine on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.