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Planning in Aboyne

Approved
85%
17 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Aboyne in the last 24 months, from Aberdeenshire Council's planning register.

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About Aboyne

Aboyne is a picturesque village located on the edge of the Highlands in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, about 30 miles west of Aberdeen along the River Dee. The area boasts various recreational facilities, including a swimming pool at Aboyne Academy, all-weather tennis courts, and a bowling green, as well as the oldest 18-hole golf course on Royal Deeside. Additionally, Aboyne is in proximity to notable attractions like Aboyne Castle and the scenic Loch of Aboyne, making it a desirable location for planning applications.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Aboyne a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Aboyne, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Aboyne. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), tree works (7), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Aboyne?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Aboyne. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Aboyne?
The average planning decision time near Aboyne is 46 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 Aboyne?
The planning approval rate near Aboyne is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Aboyne?
The most common type of planning application near Aboyne is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Aboyne?
You can search and track planning applications near Aboyne on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.