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Planning in Buchanhaven

Only 8 decisions near Buchanhaven in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Buchanhaven in the last 24 months, from Aberdeenshire Council's planning register.

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About Buchanhaven

Buchanhaven is a historic village located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, approximately one mile north of Peterhead. Established around 1739, the village features its own primary school, Buchanhaven Primary School, serving local children, including those from the nearby Waterside estate. Additionally, Buchanhaven is home to Buchanhaven Hearts F.C., contributing to the community's vibrant local culture.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Buchanhaven 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 Buchanhaven 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, Buchanhaven 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 Buchanhaven, 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, 13 planning applications were submitted near Buchanhaven.

The most common types were full planning applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Buchanhaven?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Buchanhaven.
What types of planning applications are most common near Buchanhaven?
The most common type of planning application near Buchanhaven is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Buchanhaven?
You can search and track planning applications near Buchanhaven on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.