How long do planning decisions take near Bainsford?

The average planning decision time near Bainsford is 53 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 Bainsford?

The planning approval rate near Bainsford is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bainsford?

The most common type of planning application near Bainsford is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bainsford?

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Bainsford, Falkirk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bainsford, Falkirk.

Falkirk · Scotland · settlement

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About Bainsford

Bainsford is a quaint village located in the Falkirk council area of Scotland, just 1 mile north of Falkirk town. Nestled in the Forth Valley, it lies between the River Carron to the north and the Forth and Clyde Canal to the south, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications related to residential and recreational developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: Falkirk
Parliamentary constituency: Falkirk
LSOA: Polmont - 05

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bainsford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bainsford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Bainsford.

- 7 Chambers Drive Carron Falkirk FK2 8DX
Extension to Dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2026-05-06
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- 26 Swords Way Falkirk FK2 7FF
Extension to Dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2026-03-24
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A brief summary of Bainsford in Falkirk

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

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Planning Activity in Bainsford

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Bainsford. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 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 Bainsford.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bainsford were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 56% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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