Bonnyton, East Ayrshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bonnyton, East Ayrshire.
East Ayrshire · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in Bonnyton are administered by East Ayrshire Council. View the full East Ayrshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bonnyton
Bonnyton is a historical area located in the western part of Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire, Scotland. Originally a standalone village, it became part of Kilmarnock during the town's significant expansion in 1871. Today, Bonnyton features a blend of residential and commercial properties, with key locations including Bonnyton Road, Munro Avenue, and Gibson Street, making it a relevant area for planning applications and development considerations.
Population: 3,741
District: East Ayrshire
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Area Information
- Admin district: East Ayrshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Kilmarnock and Loudoun
- LSOA: Shortlees - 05
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bonnyton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bonnyton.
- 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 Bonnyton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Bonnyton.
- - 83 Irvine Road Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 2JP
Retrofit & repurpose renovation of existing outhouse extension from dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-04-29
View full details - - 1 Loanfoot Avenue Grange Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 2JT
Installations of a small box dormer, replacing an existing skylight (retrospective).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - 12 Margaret Parker Avenue Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 2NS
Erection of sunroom to rear of dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-06-04
View full details - - 78 Margaret Parker Avenue Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 2NS
Erection of Garden Room
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2023-03-30
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A brief summary of Bonnyton in East Ayrshire
Bonnyton is a historical area located in the western part of Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire, Scotland. Originally a standalone village, it became part of Kilmarnock during the town's significant expansion in 1871. Today, Bonnyton features a blend of residential and commercial properties, with key locations including Bonnyton Road, Munro Avenue, and Gibson Street, making it a relevant area for planning applications and development considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,741. It sits within the East Ayrshire district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bonnyton a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bonnyton 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.
Planning Activity in Bonnyton
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Bonnyton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bonnyton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 57 days on average, decisions near Bonnyton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Bonnyton were full planning applications (6), outline applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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