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Planning in The Bridge

Approved
96%
22 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 4 weeks
on average

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

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About The Bridge

The Bridge is a settlement located in Dorset, England.

Property prices in The Bridge show an average sale price of £392,750, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the The Bridge 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 The Bridge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, The Bridge 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 The Bridge, 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 The Bridge. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 28 days.

The most common types were tree works (9), full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (3). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near The Bridge?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near The Bridge. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near The Bridge?
The average planning decision time near The Bridge is 28 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 The Bridge?
The planning approval rate near The Bridge is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near The Bridge?
The most common type of planning application near The Bridge is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near The Bridge?
You can search and track planning applications near The Bridge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.