How long do planning decisions take near Bucksburn?

The average planning decision time near Bucksburn is 63 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 Bucksburn?

The planning approval rate near Bucksburn is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bucksburn?

The most common type of planning application near Bucksburn is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bucksburn?

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Bucksburn, Aberdeen City Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bucksburn, Aberdeen City.

Aberdeen City · Scotland · settlement

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About Bucksburn

Bucksburn is a suburb of Aberdeen, Scotland, located along the Bucks Burn stream. Originally a market village, it has now integrated into the expanding city landscape. Surrounded by picturesque countryside, including Kirkhill Forest and the Brimmond Hill area, Bucksburn presents unique planning opportunities amidst its blend of urban and rural environments.

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Area Information

Admin district: Aberdeenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Gordon and Buchan
LSOA: Newmachar and Fintray - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bucksburn.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bucksburn based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Bucksburn.

- Bucksburn Academy Kepplehills Road Aberdeen AB21 9DG
Erection of linked 3-storey teaching block extension, linked single storey music extension, and single storey extension to dining hall with external canopy and seating area including windening of acce
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeen | Date: 2026-04-08
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- Flat A 14 Newton Terrace Aberdeen AB21 9LP
Change of use of flat to short-term let accommodation with maximum occupancy of 3 people
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeen | Date: 2025-06-06
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- 31 Inverurie Road Aberdeen AB21 9LJ
Change of use of 2 flats to form 1 dwelling house. Alteration of existing window opening to form patio doors
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeen | Date: 2025-03-04
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- Bucksburn Swimming Pool Kepplehills Road Aberdeen AB21 9DG
Proposed formation of plant room, alterations to parapet to install replacement roof covering and rooflight and all associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeen | Date: 2024-11-01
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- Britannia Hotel Malcolm Road Bucksburn Aberdeen AB21 9LN
Change of use to form outdoor seating area and erection of fence and associated works (retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeen | Date: 2024-01-09
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A brief summary of Bucksburn in Aberdeen City

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

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Planning Activity in Bucksburn

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Bucksburn. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Bucksburn.

At 63 days on average, decisions near Bucksburn slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Bucksburn were full planning applications (9), telecoms (3), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 8 medium-scale applications, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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