How long do planning decisions take near Auchleven?

The average planning decision time near Auchleven is 63 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 Auchleven?

The planning approval rate near Auchleven is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Auchleven?

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

How can I track planning applications near Auchleven?

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Auchleven, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Auchleven, Aberdeenshire.

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About Auchleven

Auchleven is a village situated in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, approximately 4 miles south of Insch, 17 miles south of Huntly, and 12 miles north-west of Inverurie. Its strategic location makes it an area of interest for planning applications, given its proximity to larger towns and transport links.

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Area Information

Admin district: Aberdeenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Gordon and Buchan
LSOA: Insch, Oyne and Ythanwells - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Auchleven.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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...)
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Planning Activity Summary

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

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Auchleven.

- Lyncroft Auchleven Insch Aberdeenshire AB52 6QD
Alterations and Extension to Dwellinghouse (Amended Design to Planning Permission Reference APP/2024/1482)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2025-05-27
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A brief summary of Auchleven in Aberdeenshire

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

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Planning Activity in Auchleven

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Auchleven. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Auchleven may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 63 days on average, decisions near Auchleven slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Auchleven 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.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application was submitted.

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What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.