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Planning in Anstruther Wester

Approved
92%
24 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Anstruther Wester in the last 24 months, from Fife Council's planning register.

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About Anstruther Wester

Anstruther Wester is a coastal town in Fife, Scotland, located on the north shore of the Firth of Forth, approximately 9 miles south-southeast of St Andrews. This vibrant community, with a population of around 3,500, is part of the larger Anstruther area, which includes Anstruther Easter and the adjacent village of Cellardyke. As the largest settlement along the East Neuk coastline, Anstruther Wester presents a variety of opportunities and considerations for planning applications in a picturesque coastal setting.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Anstruther Wester 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, Anstruther Wester 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 Anstruther Wester, 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, 57 planning applications were submitted near Anstruther Wester. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (3), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Anstruther Wester?
In the last 24 months, 57 planning applications were submitted near Anstruther Wester. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Anstruther Wester?
The average planning decision time near Anstruther Wester is 70 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 Anstruther Wester?
The planning approval rate near Anstruther Wester is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Anstruther Wester?
The most common type of planning application near Anstruther Wester is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Anstruther Wester?
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