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Planning in Careston

Only 1 decision near Careston in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Careston

Careston is a hamlet located in Angus, Scotland, within the parish of the same name, approximately 5 miles west of Brechin. The area is historically significant, deriving its name from a commemorative stone linked to a Danish chieftain. Careston features a castle and a church, although the local primary school has been closed since 2004, which may impact community planning and development considerations.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Careston 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 Careston 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, Careston 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 Careston, 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, 4 planning applications were submitted near Careston.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Careston?
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Careston.
What types of planning applications are most common near Careston?
The most common type of planning application near Careston is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Careston?
You can search and track planning applications near Careston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.