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Planning in Upton

Approved
82%
36 of 39 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Upton

Postcode districts

BH16 146 applications in the last 12 monthsBH17 159 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dorset Council

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About Upton

Upton, located in south-east Dorset, is the second largest town in the Purbeck Hills, situated to the east of Holton Heath and Upton Heath, and north of Hamworthy in Poole. This growing town offers a mix of residential and community developments, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and local developments. It sits within the Lytchett Minster and Upton district.

Property prices in Upton show an average sale price of £352,890, 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 Upton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Upton has 20 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upton 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 Upton, 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, 73 planning applications were submitted near Upton. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were tree works (35), full planning applications (14), outline applications (7).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upton?
In the last 24 months, 73 planning applications were submitted near Upton. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upton?
The average planning decision time near Upton is 44 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 Upton?
The planning approval rate near Upton is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upton?
The most common type of planning application near Upton is tree works applications, with 35 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upton?
You can search and track planning applications near Upton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.