How long do planning decisions take near Buckpool?

The average planning decision time near Buckpool is 118 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 Buckpool?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Buckpool?

The most common type of planning application near Buckpool is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Buckpool?

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Buckpool, Moray Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Buckpool, Moray.

Moray · Scotland · settlement

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

About Buckpool

Buckpool is a coastal village in Moray, Scotland, which has merged with the nearby town of Buckie over time. Originally called Nether Buckie, it features Buckpool Harbour, constructed in 1857 by Sir Robert Gordon of Cluny, though it fell out of use due to silting issues, leading fishermen to relocate to the larger Cluny Harbour by 1877. Today, the former harbour site has been transformed into a park, marking the start and end of the Speyside Way walking route, making it a point of interest for those considering planning applications in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Moray
Parliamentary constituency: Aberdeenshire North and Moray East
LSOA: Cullen, Portknockie, Findochty, Drybridge and Berryhillock - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Buckpool.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Buckpool based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Buckpool.

- 20 Main Street Buckie Moray AB56 1XQ
Convert existing dilapidated building into dwellinghouse at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-01-09
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- Harbour Bar 83 Main Street Buckie Moray AB56 1XQ
Change of use of public bar to dwellinghouse at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2025-09-29
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- 24 Merson Street Buckie Moray AB56 1RR
Alter and extend dwellinghouse at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2025-09-23
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- 3 Hay Street Buckie Moray AB56 1QZ
Attached garage removed and erect lounge extension at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2025-05-26
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- Land To North East Of 20 Great Western Road Buckie Moray
Erect 2No holiday pods with associated landscaping and alterations to access on
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2024-08-19
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- 6 Seaview Terrace Buckie Moray AB56 1QQ
Alter and extend dwelling with new driveway at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2023-10-27
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A brief summary of Buckpool in Moray

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

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

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Buckpool. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 118 days.

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

With an average of 118 days, decisions near Buckpool take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Buckpool were full planning applications (8), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 73% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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