How long do planning decisions take near Broadsea?

The average planning decision time near Broadsea is 42 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 Broadsea?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Broadsea?

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

How can I track planning applications near Broadsea?

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Broadsea, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Broadsea, Aberdeenshire.

Aberdeenshire · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Broadsea are administered by Aberdeenshire Council. View the full Aberdeenshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Broadsea

Broadsea is a historic fishing community located at the northern edge of Fraserburgh in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. This quaint area has a rich maritime heritage, making it an intriguing prospect for planning applications related to coastal development and local amenities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Aberdeenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Aberdeenshire North and Moray East
LSOA: Fraserburgh Harbour and Broadsea - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Broadsea.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Broadsea based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Broadsea.

- Land Opposite 80 Watermill Road Fraserburgh
Installation of Double-Sided Internally Illuminated Digital Advertising Unit on Existing Bus Shelter
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2025-04-28
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- 29 Bawdley Head Fraserburgh AB43 9SE
Erection of Gym/Summer Room and Boundary Wall
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2023-08-23
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A brief summary of Broadsea in Aberdeenshire

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Broadsea 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 Broadsea

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Broadsea. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

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

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Broadsea were full planning applications (3), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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