How long do planning decisions take near Wyke?

The average planning decision time near Wyke is 28 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 Wyke?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Wyke?

The most common type of planning application near Wyke is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wyke?

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Wyke, Dorset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wyke, Dorset.

Dorset · England · settlement

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £306,380 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dorset
Parliamentary constituency: North Dorset
LSOA: Dorset 001A

Crime Statistics

14 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 10
other-theft: 3
burglary: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wyke.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wyke based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

14 planning applications found near Wyke.

- Lane End Lydfords Lane Gillingham SP8 4NJ
Elm - remove dead trees Willow - remove dead
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-03-18
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- 1 Chestnut Way Gillingham SP8 4RT
Erect two storey side extension and single storey rear extension (demolish existing single story extension).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-02-20
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- 4 Buttercup Close Gillingham SP8 4XB
Erect single storey rear extension with roof lanterns and external alteration.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-01-26
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- Coombe Rise Wyke Road Gillingham SP8 4NH
T1 Silver Birch - Remove 3 overhanging limbs touching neighbouring property
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-10-22
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- 18 Primrose Close Gillingham SP8 4TX
Remove 1x Ash under regulation 14.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-10-07
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- Roseville Wyke Road Gillingham SP8 4NH
T3 - Beech - Reduce canopy (excluding sections under application P/TRC/2025/04204) by up to 3m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-08-29
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- 10 Plantagenet Way Gillingham SP8 4TD
Erection of rear conservatory; to extend 3.70 metres beyond rear wall of the original dwellinghouse; maximum height 3.50 metres; height to eaves 2.30 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-10-07
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- 13 Milford Court Mews Milford Court Gillingham SP8 4SU
T1 - Box Elder - Reduce crown by 3m (previous cut points) and reshape as per annotated photograph.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-08-21
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- 6 Belfield Clarendon Close Gillingham SP8 4NL
Erect single storey rear extension and front porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-05-20
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- 8 Campion Close Gillingham Dorset SP8 4UG
T1 - Birch - Crown raise canopy by no more than 2.5 meters from the ground. Reduce back overbearing lateral limb tips by no more 500 mm. Reason: To alleviate branches brushing against parked vehicles
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-01-25
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- 8 Milford Court Gillingham SP8 4SX
Replace wooden front door.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-08-18
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- 1 Sycamore Way Gillingham SP8 4RX
Demolish Conservatory and Erect a Single Storey Rear Extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-07-19
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- 1 Tudor Court Gillingham SP8 4TF
Render over existing brickwork on all elevations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-05-16
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- The Cottage Dry Lane Gillingham SP8 5DP
Erection of single garage and double carport
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-02-02
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A brief summary of Wyke in Dorset

Wyke is a settlement located in Dorset, England.

Property prices in Wyke show an average sale price of £306,380, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 14 crimes reported in the Wyke area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Wyke has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Milton on Stour, Wyke, Gillingham, Colesbrook. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wyke 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.

Planning Activity in Wyke

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Wyke. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 28 days.

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

The average decision time of 28 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wyke were tree works (10), full planning applications (5), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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