Skip to content

Planning in Bimbister

Only 1 decision near Bimbister in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bimbister in the last 24 months, from Orkney Islands Council's planning register.

Decided by Orkney Islands CouncilCouncil page

Around Bimbister

For home projects and trades

About Bimbister

Bimbister is a village located in the Orkney Islands of Scotland, with the A986 serving as its main thoroughfare. Situated within the parish of Birsay and Harray, Bimbister is notable for the nearby Bronze Age cemetery, the Knowes of Trotty, which features twelve preserved burial mounds to the east of the village. This combination of historical significance and accessibility makes Bimbister an intriguing area for planning applications and developments.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bimbister 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 Bimbister 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, Bimbister 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 Bimbister, 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, 1 planning application was submitted near Bimbister.

The most common types were full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bimbister?
In the last 24 months, 1 planning application was submitted near Bimbister.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bimbister?
The most common type of planning application near Bimbister is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bimbister?
You can search and track planning applications near Bimbister on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.