Search Verwood planning applications

31 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Verwood · updated daily · Dorset Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 31 · received or decided in the last 90 days

9 Cartref Close Verwood BH31 6UTAwaiting decisionT1 Quercus robur - Fell to ground level. Replace with similar species.Tree Works- TPOReceived 6 Nov 2026P/TRT/2026/06233
10 Little Dewlands Verwood BH31 6QAAwaiting decisionT1 Pine: Crown raise over the garage to achieve approximately 2-metres clearance from the roof removing the relevant lower branches back to suitable pruning points. T2 Pine: Crown raise over the garage to achieve approximately 2-metres clearance from the roof removing the relevant lower branches back to suitable pruning points.Tree Works- TPOReceived 5 Nov 2026P/TRT/2026/06098
9 Cartref Close Verwood BH31 6UTApprovedClear fallen Oak (T12).Tree Dead Or DangerousReceived 2 Nov 2026Decided 5 Nov 2026P/TRD/2026/06135
34 St Michaels Road Verwood BH31 6HZAwaiting decisionT3 Oak: Fell. T4 Oak: Fell.Tree Works- TPOReceived 2 Nov 2026P/TRT/2026/05270
Primrose Cottage Dewlands Common Verwood BH31 6JLAwaiting decisionT2 Oak: Reduce by a maximum of 2-3 metres, as annotated on the diagram. Thin crown by 20%.Tree Works- TPOReceived 28 Oct 2026P/TRT/2026/06038

Planning in Verwood

Approved: 83%; 136 of 159 decided
Decision time: about 5 weeks; on average

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

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Around Verwood

Postcode districts

BH31 128 applications in the last 12 monthsBH21 571 applications in the last 12 monthsBH23 685 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Dorset Council

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About Verwood

Verwood is a civil parish and town located in eastern Dorset, England, approximately 10 miles north of Bournemouth and 13 miles northeast of Poole. It includes the extended village of Three Legged Cross and had a population of 15,170 as of 2014. Notably, Verwood is the largest town in Dorset without an upper school and is situated along the River Crane, which flows into the Moors River, making it a significant area for planning and development considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 15,172 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

Property prices in Verwood show an average sale price of £409,810, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Verwood 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 Verwood a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Verwood has 27 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Verwood 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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In the last 24 months, 199 planning applications were submitted near Verwood. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

The most common types were tree works (128), full planning applications (32), outline applications (11). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Verwood?

In the last 24 months, 199 planning applications were submitted near Verwood. The approval rate is 83%.

How long do planning decisions take near Verwood?

The average planning decision time near Verwood is 35 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 Verwood?

The planning approval rate near Verwood is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Verwood?

The most common type of planning application near Verwood is tree works applications, with 128 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Verwood?

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