How long do planning decisions take near Castlehead?

The average planning decision time near Castlehead is 66 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 Castlehead?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Castlehead?

The most common type of planning application near Castlehead is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Castlehead?

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Castlehead, Renfrewshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Castlehead, Renfrewshire.

Renfrewshire · Scotland · settlement

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About Castlehead

Castlehead is a picturesque district in Paisley, Scotland, characterized by its abundant woodlands and elegant Victorian villas. This area historically served as a refuge for influential industrialists and professionals during the 19th-century industrial boom, providing a tranquil alternative to the overcrowded town. When researching planning applications, Castlehead’s rich architectural heritage and green spaces may be of particular interest to developers and local authorities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Renfrewshire
Parliamentary constituency: Paisley and Renfrewshire South
LSOA: Renfrewshire Rural South and Howwood - 05

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Castlehead.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Castlehead based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Castlehead.

- 10 Main Road Paisley PA2 6AJ
Notification under Section 172 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 of works to treeworks comprising of crown reduction and cutting back of 2 no. Lime trees and 2 no. Sycamore trees
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2026-04-01
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- The Institute Maxwellton Street Paisley
Request to part discharge suspensive aspect of Condition 2 (Verification Report) of planning permission 24/0563/PP
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2026-03-26
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- Flat 2/1 12 Main Road Paisley PA2 6AJ
Notification under Section 172 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 for removal of two Leylandii trees and light pruning of one Sycamore tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2026-01-23
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- 1 Castle Gardens Main Road Paisley PA2 6AN
Notification under Section 172 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 to fell three trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2025-06-25
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- 15 High Calside Paisley PA2 6BY
Installation of rooflight on existing single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2025-02-20
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- 1 Polsons Crescent Paisley PA2 6AU
Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed garage conversion to form ensuite bedroom.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2025-02-05
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- Thomas Coats Memorial Church High Street Paisley PA1 2BA
Pruning of overhanging branches from 13 lime trees
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2025-01-23
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- 1 Castle Gardens Main Road Paisley PA2 6AN
Trimming of tree branch to conifer tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2023-07-14
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- Priory Park Nursing Home 19 - 21 Main Road Paisley PA2 6AJ
Conversion of nursing home to form 17 flats with associated parking and landscaping
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2023-04-26
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- Broadstones 17 High Calside Paisley PA2 6BY
Replacement of windows to front and rear of dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2023-04-25
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A brief summary of Castlehead in Renfrewshire

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

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Planning Activity in Castlehead

In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Castlehead. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

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

At 66 days on average, decisions near Castlehead slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Castlehead were full planning applications (10), listed building and heritage (6), tree works (6). Full planning applications account for 36% 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, 26 smaller schemes were submitted.

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