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Planning in Three Legged Cross

Approved
75%
12 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Three Legged Cross

Three Legged Cross is a growing village located within the Verwood civil parish in east Dorset, England. Situated between the towns of Verwood and West Moors, it had an estimated population of 2,740 in 2014, making it a relevant area for planning applications and community development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,740. It sits within the Verwood district.

Property prices in Three Legged Cross show an average sale price of £470,054, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Three Legged Cross 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 Three Legged Cross a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Three Legged Cross has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Three Legged Cross 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 Three Legged Cross, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Three Legged Cross. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), tree works (3), amendments (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Three Legged Cross?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Three Legged Cross. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Three Legged Cross?
The average planning decision time near Three Legged Cross is 67 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 Three Legged Cross?
The planning approval rate near Three Legged Cross is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Three Legged Cross?
The most common type of planning application near Three Legged Cross is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Three Legged Cross?
You can search and track planning applications near Three Legged Cross on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.