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Planning in Carfin

Approved
91%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Carfin in the last 24 months, from North Lanarkshire Council's planning register.

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About Carfin

Carfin is a village located in North Lanarkshire, Scotland, to the north-east of Motherwell. It shares most local amenities with nearby villages, including Holytown, Newarthill, and New Stevenston, serving a combined population of approximately 20,000. This collaboration among the communities creates a cohesive environment for planning and development opportunities in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Carfin 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 Carfin 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, Carfin 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 Carfin, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Carfin. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 days.

The most common types were outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Carfin?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Carfin. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Carfin?
The average planning decision time near Carfin is 32 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 Carfin?
The planning approval rate near Carfin is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Carfin?
The most common type of planning application near Carfin is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Carfin?
You can search and track planning applications near Carfin on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.