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19 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Sutton Waldron · updated daily · Dorset Council

Planning in Sutton Waldron

Approved
100%
15 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 4 weeks
on average

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

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Around Sutton Waldron

Postcode districts

DT11 459 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dorset Council

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About Sutton Waldron

Sutton Waldron is a picturesque village and civil parish located in north Dorset, England, along the A350 road, positioned between Iwerne Minster and Fontmell Magna. Nestled in the scenic Blackmore Vale and at the foot of Cranborne Chase, it is approximately 8 miles north of Blandford Forum and 5 miles south of Shaftesbury. As of the 2011 census, Sutton Waldron comprised 93 dwellings and a population of 200, making it a small but vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 225 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sutton Waldron 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 Sutton Waldron, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Sutton Waldron. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 27 days.

The most common types were tree works (11), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sutton Waldron?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Sutton Waldron. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sutton Waldron?
The average planning decision time near Sutton Waldron is 27 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 Sutton Waldron?
The planning approval rate near Sutton Waldron is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sutton Waldron?
The most common type of planning application near Sutton Waldron is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sutton Waldron?
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