West Purbeck planning approval rate
West Purbeck ward in Dorset has a 95.4% approval rate based on 796 planning decisions. Dorset overall: 92.3%.
Last updated: September 2026
95.4%
ward approval rate
796
Decisions
759
Approved
37
Refused
92.3%
Dorset average
West Purbeck sits slightly above the Dorset average, with a 3.1 point advantage. Planning outcomes here are generally favourable.
How West Purbeck compares
West Purbeck ward
95.4%
Dorset overall
92.3%
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Recent decisions in West Purbeck
P/LBC/2026/03517
Single storey rear extension. Internal and external alterations. · 2026-09-22
P/HOU/2026/03512
Single storey rear extension, Internal and external alterations. Demolish existi · 2026-09-22
P/HOU/2026/02646
Creation of off road parking. · 2026-09-16
P/HOU/2026/03842
Construct Raised Patio/Deck in Rear Garden · 2026-09-09
P/HOU/2026/03523
Erect rear detached garage · 2026-09-08
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✓ PDF report to share with your architect
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