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Planning in Airth

Approved
94%
15 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Airth

Postcode districts

FK2 106 applications in the last 12 monthsFK1 91 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Falkirk Council

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About Airth

Airth is a historic Royal Burgh and village located 6 miles north of Falkirk, Scotland, along the scenic banks of the River Forth. Accessible via the A905 road between Grangemouth and Stirling, it features landmarks such as Airth Castle and two preserved market crosses, alongside a selection of historic homes. The village, which had a population of approximately 1,660 as of 2008, offers a unique blend of heritage and community, making it an interesting location for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,940 (2016 estimate). It sits within the Falkirk district.

Airth covers an area of approximately 0.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Airth 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, Airth 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.falkirk.gov.uk.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Airth, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Airth. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Airth?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Airth. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Airth?
The average planning decision time near Airth is 42 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 Airth?
The planning approval rate near Airth is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Airth?
The most common type of planning application near Airth is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Airth?
You can search and track planning applications near Airth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.