How long do planning decisions take near Wonston?

The average planning decision time near Wonston is 67 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 Wonston?

The planning approval rate near Wonston is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wonston?

The most common type of planning application near Wonston is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wonston?

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Wonston, Dorset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wonston, Dorset.

Dorset · England · settlement

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About Wonston

Wonston is a village and civil parish located in the City of Winchester district of Hampshire, England, with a population of 1,446 residents as recorded in the 2011 Census. The parish encompasses the nearby settlements of Sutton Scotney, Stoke Charity, Norton, and Hunton, making it an area of interest for planning applications due to its developing community and surrounding infrastructure.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £363,550 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dorset
Parliamentary constituency: North Dorset
LSOA: Dorset 005F

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wonston.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wonston.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Wonston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Wonston.

- Bryan Cottage Partway To Churchfoot Lane Wonston Hazelbury Bryan DT10 2EE
Erect garage/store and extend existing outbuilding (demolish existing garage) (With Variation of condition 2 of planning permission 2/2012/0910/PLNG to amend approved plans).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-07
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- Bryan Cottage Partway To Churchfoot Lane Wonston Hazelbury Bryan DT10 2EE
Repairs to slate tiled roof and chimney stack to include: 1) Replacement of rotten roof felt with new, replacement of perished battens with new, replacement of damaged and failing existing slates tile
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-01
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- 9 Partway Lane Hazelbury Bryan DT10 2DP
Part conversion of garage to form habitual space.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-09-03
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- Hazelbury Bryan Methodist Chapel Partway Hazelbury Bryan DT10 2DP
Change of use & conversion of former chapel to form a dwelling (use class C3)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-12-16
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- Briarlea Wonston Hazelbury Bryan Sturminster Newton DT10 2EE
T1 - Ash - Fell to ground level.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-05-17
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A brief summary of Wonston in Dorset

Property prices in Wonston show an average sale price of £363,550, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Wonston is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Wonston has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hazelbury Bryan. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Wonston includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Blackmore Vale Commons and Moors SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Dorset. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Wonston

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Wonston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Wonston may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 67 days on average, decisions near Wonston slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Wonston were full planning applications (3), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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