How long do planning decisions take near Woodbridge?

The average planning decision time near Woodbridge is 35 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 Woodbridge?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Woodbridge?

The most common type of planning application near Woodbridge is listed building consent applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Woodbridge?

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Woodbridge, Dorset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woodbridge, Dorset.

Dorset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Woodbridge are administered by Dorset Council. View the full Dorset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Woodbridge

Woodbridge is a small hamlet located within the civil parish of Fontmell Magna in Dorset, England. Situated along the A3030 road, it lies to the northeast of Holwell, making it a notable spot for potential planning applications in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £424,697 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dorset
Parliamentary constituency: North Dorset
LSOA: Dorset 003B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Woodbridge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Woodbridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Woodbridge in Dorset

Property prices in Woodbridge show an average sale price of £424,697, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Woodbridge a particularly low-crime area.

Woodbridge has one conservation area within its boundaries: Fontmell Magna. 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.

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Planning Activity in Woodbridge

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Woodbridge. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

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

The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Woodbridge were listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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