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22 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Bo'ness · updated daily · Falkirk Council

Planning in Bo'ness

Approved
94%
32 of 33 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bo'ness in the last 24 months, from Falkirk Council's planning register.

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Around Bo'ness

Postcode districts

EH51 36 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Falkirk Council

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About Bo'ness

Bo'ness, a historic town and former burgh located on the south bank of the Firth of Forth in Scotland's Central Lowlands, is now part of the Falkirk council area. Situated 17 miles northwest of Edinburgh and approximately 6.75 miles east of Falkirk, Bo'ness had a population of 15,100 according to the 2011 census. Its coastal heritage and proximity to major urban centres make it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bo'ness 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 Bo'ness 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, Bo'ness 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 Bo'ness, 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 Bo'ness. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (24), listed building and heritage (11), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bo'ness?
In the last 24 months, 50 planning applications were submitted near Bo'ness. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bo'ness?
The average planning decision time near Bo'ness 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 Bo'ness?
The planning approval rate near Bo'ness is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bo'ness?
The most common type of planning application near Bo'ness is full planning applications, with 24 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bo'ness?
You can search and track planning applications near Bo'ness on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.