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West Stour, Dorset Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near West Stour, 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 Stour - Planning Applications & Local Development

West Stour is a quaint village and civil parish located in the picturesque Blackmore Vale of north Dorset, England. Part of the collective known as The Stours along the River Stour Valley, it lies just five miles south of Gillingham. The village features a community hall, a public house, and a service station conveniently situated along the main A30 road, making it a focal point for local development and planning applications. The other has a population of approximately 183 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes West Stour a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around West Stour has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Stour 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 Stour, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.