South East Purbeck planning approval rate
South East Purbeck ward in Dorset has a 93.8% approval rate based on 787 planning decisions. Dorset overall: 92.3%.
Last updated: September 2026
93.8%
ward approval rate
787
Decisions
738
Approved
49
Refused
92.3%
Dorset average
South East Purbeck is broadly in line with the Dorset average, neither notably strict nor notably permissive.
How South East Purbeck compares
South East Purbeck ward
93.8%
Dorset overall
92.3%
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Recent decisions in South East Purbeck
P/HOU/2026/03337
Add 2nd storey to existing extension. Demolish and rebuild porch and replace si · 2026-08-17
P/FUL/2025/04406
Erection of 15 dwellings together with the provision of a central green, sports · 2026-08-14
P/CLE/2026/03479
Existing outbuilding used for purposes incidental to the enjoyment of the dwelli · 2026-08-14
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