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Planning in Winterborne Herringston

Only 9 decisions near Winterborne Herringston in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Winterborne Herringston

Winterborne Herringston, located just 1.4 miles south of Dorchester in Dorset, is a small civil parish and hamlet covering approximately 600 acres. The area is primarily characterized by its historic significance, featuring Herringston House, a Grade II* listed 14th-century manor that has been the residence of the Williams family since 1513. This quaint setting may present unique opportunities for planning applications related to heritage conservation and rural development. The settlement has a population of approximately 33 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West 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 Winterborne Herringston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Winterborne Herringston 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 Winterborne Herringston, 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, 15 planning applications were submitted near Winterborne Herringston.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (2), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Winterborne Herringston?
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Winterborne Herringston.
What types of planning applications are most common near Winterborne Herringston?
The most common type of planning application near Winterborne Herringston is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Winterborne Herringston?
You can search and track planning applications near Winterborne Herringston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.