Sutton Waldron, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Sutton Waldron, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
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.
Population: 225 (2021)
District: Dorset
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Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: North Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 009D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sutton Waldron.
- 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 Sutton Waldron based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Sutton Waldron.
- - Pilgrims Hatch Church Lane Sutton Waldron Blandford Forum DT11 8PB
T1, T2, & T3 - Spruce - Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 7 Napiers Way Sutton Waldron DT11 8PE
T1 - Horse Chestnut - Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-01-14
View full details - - 14 Church Lane Sutton Waldron DT11 8PA
Installation of an air source heat pump, hot water cylinder, underfloor heating and radiators.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-07-18
View full details - - 14 Church Lane Sutton Waldron DT11 8PA
Installation of air source heat pump.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-07-18
View full details - - 5 Napiers Way Sutton Waldron Blandford Forum DT11 8PE
T1 - Pine - Raise crown to 4m from ground. T2 - Pine - Raise crown to 4m from ground. T3 - Holly - Reduce crown by 8ft. T4 - Holly - Reduce crown by 8ft.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-06-09
View full details - - 14 Church Lane Sutton Waldron Blandford Forum DT11 8PA
T1 - Acer - Reduce to previous growth points. T2 - Oak - Fell. T3 - Acer - Reduce to previous growth points. T4 - Whitebeam - Reduce to previous growth points. T5 - Acer - Reduce to previous growth po
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-06-09
View full details - - 4 Napiers Way Sutton Waldron Blandford Forum DT11 8PE
T1 - Conifer - Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-06-09
View full details - - The Old Rectory The Street Sutton Waldron DT11 8PF
Yew - Reduce crown all over by 3m as per annotated photograph. The requested crown thinning of 25% has been withdrawn as considered excessive by the Tree Officer.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-04-16
View full details - - Church Lane House Church Lane Sutton Waldron Blandford Forum DT11 8PB
T1 - Sycamore - Raise crown by 1.5 from existing level.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-11-04
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A brief summary of Sutton Waldron in Dorset
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 were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Sutton Waldron a particularly low-crime area.
Sutton Waldron has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Iwerne Minster, Fontmell Magna, Sutton Waldron. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Sutton Waldron includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Sutton Combe SSSI, Fontmell and Melbury Downs SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Fontmell & Melbury Downs. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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.
Planning Activity in Sutton Waldron
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Sutton Waldron. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 28 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Sutton Waldron may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 28 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Sutton Waldron were tree works (11), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.