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Planning in Whitchurch Canonicorum

Only 7 decisions near Whitchurch Canonicorum in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Whitchurch Canonicorum

Whitchurch Canonicorum is a quaint village and civil parish located in southwest Dorset, nestled in the scenic Marshwood Vale, approximately 5 miles west-northwest of Bridport. As of the 2011 Census, the parish, which encompasses Morcombelake, Ryall, and Fishpond Bottom, had a population of 684, making it a small but vibrant community relevant for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 677 (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 Whitchurch Canonicorum a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Whitchurch Canonicorum has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Whitchurch Canonicorum 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 Whitchurch Canonicorum, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near Whitchurch Canonicorum.

The most common types were tree works (4), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Whitchurch Canonicorum?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Whitchurch Canonicorum.
What types of planning applications are most common near Whitchurch Canonicorum?
The most common type of planning application near Whitchurch Canonicorum is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Whitchurch Canonicorum?
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