How long do planning decisions take near Arncroach?

The average planning decision time near Arncroach is 200 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 Arncroach?

The planning approval rate near Arncroach is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Arncroach?

The most common type of planning application near Arncroach is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Arncroach?

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Arncroach, Fife Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Arncroach, Fife.

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About Arncroach

Arncroach is a quaint village in East Fife, located four miles from Pittenweem and approximately ten miles from St Andrews. Its name, rooted in Scottish Gaelic, translates to "Height of the gallows." The village is notable for its proximity to Kellie Castle, once the residence of the Earl of Kellie and the Lorimer family, and for being home to the first wind turbine in the East Neuk region, situated near the Gillingshill Nature Reserve. Arncroach falls within the parish of Carnbee, making it a point of interest for planning applications in rural Fife.

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Area Information

Admin district: Fife
Parliamentary constituency: North East Fife
LSOA: Anstruther South West

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Arncroach.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Arncroach.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Arncroach based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Arncroach.

- Westsyde 25 Blinkbonny Road Arncroach Anstruther Fife KY10 2RW
Discharge of Planning Obligation (01/92/0727P)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Fife | Date: 2023-03-31
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A brief summary of Arncroach in Fife

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Arncroach a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Arncroach

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Arncroach. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 200 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Arncroach.

With an average of 200 days, decisions near Arncroach take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 7-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Arncroach were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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