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Planning in Winfrith Newburgh

Approved
100%
24 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Winfrith Newburgh

Winfrith Newburgh, or simply Winfrith, is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Dorset, England, approximately 8 miles west of Wareham and 10 miles east of Dorchester. Historically part of the Winfrith hundred, the parish includes the hamlet of East Knighton and had a population of 669 according to the 2011 Census. The area is served by an electoral ward named "Winfrith," which extends to Briantspuddle and has a total population of 1,618, making it a key region for those exploring planning applications in this charming part of Dorset. The settlement has a population of approximately 687 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

Property prices in Winfrith Newburgh show an average sale price of £352,519, 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 Winfrith Newburgh a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Winfrith Newburgh 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.winfrithnewburgh.org.uk.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Winfrith Newburgh, 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, 26 planning applications were submitted near Winfrith Newburgh. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were tree works (11), full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Winfrith Newburgh?
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Winfrith Newburgh. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Winfrith Newburgh?
The average planning decision time near Winfrith Newburgh is 64 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 Winfrith Newburgh?
The planning approval rate near Winfrith Newburgh is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Winfrith Newburgh?
The most common type of planning application near Winfrith Newburgh is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Winfrith Newburgh?
You can search and track planning applications near Winfrith Newburgh on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.