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Planning in Bieldside

Approved
87%
34 of 39 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bieldside in the last 24 months, from Aberdeen City Council's planning register.

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Around Bieldside

Postcode districts

AB15 300 applications in the last 12 monthsAB10 213 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Aberdeen City Council

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About Bieldside

Bieldside, located to the west of Aberdeen City Centre, is one of Scotland's wealthiest suburbs, alongside its neighbor Cults. The area features a pub/restaurant, The Bieldside, a foodstore, a hairdresser, a tea room, and a charity shop, providing essential amenities for residents. Historically significant, Bieldside is also notable for its connection to Queen Victoria, who frequently stopped here during her journeys between Balmoral and the city. This affluent suburb may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bieldside area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Bieldside 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, Bieldside 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 Bieldside, 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, 50 planning applications were submitted near Bieldside. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), telecoms (16), tree works (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bieldside?
In the last 24 months, 50 planning applications were submitted near Bieldside. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bieldside?
The average planning decision time near Bieldside is 49 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 Bieldside?
The planning approval rate near Bieldside is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bieldside?
The most common type of planning application near Bieldside is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bieldside?
You can search and track planning applications near Bieldside on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.