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Planning in Tarrant Monkton

Approved
89%
16 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Tarrant Monkton

Tarrant Monkton is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Tarrant Valley of north Dorset, approximately four miles east-northeast of Blandford Forum. The parish, which includes the nearby Blandford Camp army base, had a population of 1,986 according to the 2011 census. Key landmarks include the All Saints Parish Church and the Langton Arms, a popular public house and restaurant, making it an appealing area for potential planning applications and community developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,471 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

Property prices in Tarrant Monkton 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 Tarrant Monkton 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 Tarrant Monkton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Tarrant Monkton has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tarrant Monkton 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 https://tarrantmonkton.wordpress.com/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Tarrant Monkton, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Tarrant Monkton. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

The most common types were tree works (10), full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Tarrant Monkton?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Tarrant Monkton. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Tarrant Monkton?
The average planning decision time near Tarrant Monkton is 34 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 Tarrant Monkton?
The planning approval rate near Tarrant Monkton is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Tarrant Monkton?
The most common type of planning application near Tarrant Monkton is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Tarrant Monkton?
You can search and track planning applications near Tarrant Monkton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.