Search Sydling St Nicholas planning applications

15 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Sydling St Nicholas · updated daily · Dorset Council

Only 6 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 15 · received or decided in the last 12 months

8 East Street Sydling St Nicholas DT2 9NXAwaiting decisionAlter an internal wall on the first floor to create an additional bedroom.Listed Building ConsentReceived 23 Oct 2026P/LBC/2026/05863
Solar Park Back Lane Sydling St NicholasAwaiting decisionInstall solar array & carry out associated worksFull Planning ApplicationReceived 1 Oct 2026P/FUL/2026/04819
10 Waterside Lane Sydling St Nicholas DT2 9PEApprovedT1 - T6 Ash - FellTree Works- Conservation AreaReceived 29 Sep 2026Decided 27 Oct 2026P/TRC/2026/05390
3 Burnt Barn Dorchester Road Sydling St Nicholas DT2 9NUApprovedT1 Ash - Remove Under Regulation 14 (S198)Tree Dead Or DangerousReceived 14 Sep 2026Decided 16 Sep 2026P/TRD/2026/05043
8 Marrs Cross Sydling St Nicholas DT2 9PGApprovedErect a garage with first floor home officeHouseholder Planning PermissionReceived 13 Aug 2026Decided 2 Nov 2026P/HOU/2026/04344

Planning in Sydling St Nicholas

Approved: 100%; 14 of 14 decided
Decision time: about 6 weeks; on average

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

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Around Sydling St Nicholas

Postcode districts

DT2 497 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Dorset Council

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Application types: Rear extensionsLoft conversionsHouseholder applicationsTree works & TPOListed building consentChange of useAnnexes & granny flatsSolar panelsBarn conversionsBasement extensions

About Sydling St Nicholas

Sydling St Nicholas is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Dorset, southwest England, approximately 5 to 9 miles northwest of Dorchester. Spanning an area of 2,075 hectares, the parish encompasses the charming hamlet of Up Sydling and primarily covers the valley of the Sydling Water, nestled in the scenic chalk hills of the Dorset Downs. This serene location may present unique opportunities for planning applications related to rural development and conservation. The settlement has a population of approximately 432 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

Property prices in Sydling St Nicholas show an average sale price of £352,519, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Sydling St Nicholas a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sydling St Nicholas has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sydling St Nicholas 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.sydlingstnicholas.org.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Sydling St Nicholas, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Sydling St Nicholas. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

The most common types were tree works (8), full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sydling St Nicholas?

In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Sydling St Nicholas. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Sydling St Nicholas?

The average planning decision time near Sydling St Nicholas is 41 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 Sydling St Nicholas?

The planning approval rate near Sydling St Nicholas is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sydling St Nicholas?

The most common type of planning application near Sydling St Nicholas is tree works applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sydling St Nicholas?

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