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West Bay, Dorset Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near West Bay, Dorset. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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Planning data sourced from Dorset council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About West Bay - Planning Applications & Local Development

West Bay, formerly known as Bridport Harbour, is a picturesque coastal settlement located on the English Channel in Dorset, England. Situated at the mouth of the River Brit and approximately 1.5 miles south of Bridport, it is part of the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, making it a significant area for planning applications related to tourism and conservation. It sits within the Bridport district.

Property prices in West Bay show an average sale price of £404,445, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 10 crimes reported in the West Bay area during the most recent period (February 2026), a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized others.

The area around West Bay has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Bay 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near West Bay, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.