How long do planning decisions take near Bents?

The average planning decision time near Bents is 67 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 Bents?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bents?

The most common type of planning application near Bents is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bents?

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Bents, West Lothian Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bents, West Lothian.

West Lothian · Scotland · settlement

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About Bents

Bents is an unincorporated community in West Lothian, Scotland, named after Longniddry Bents. Originally known as Piche, the area features remnants of its past, including a derelict wooden grain elevator that gained recognition in a National Geographic photograph. As the remains of the town are situated on private property, potential planning applications in the vicinity may focus on preserving the historical significance and addressing land use in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: West Lothian
Parliamentary constituency: Bathgate and Linlithgow
LSOA: Whitburn Drysdale Avenue

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bents.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bents based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Bents.

- 10 Elizabeth Gardens Stoneyburn West Lothian EH47 8BP
Extension to house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Lothian | Date: 2025-07-10
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A brief summary of Bents in West Lothian

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

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Planning Activity in Bents

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Bents. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

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

At 67 days on average, decisions near Bents slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Bents were full planning applications (3). 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, 2 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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