How long do planning decisions take near Castlehill?

The average planning decision time near Castlehill is 23 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 Castlehill?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Castlehill?

The most common type of planning application near Castlehill is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Castlehill?

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Castlehill, South Ayrshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Castlehill, South Ayrshire.

South Ayrshire · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Castlehill are administered by South Ayrshire Council. View the full South Ayrshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: South Ayrshire
Parliamentary constituency: Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
LSOA: Alloway - 04

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Castlehill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Castlehill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Castlehill.

- 15 Holmston Drive Ayr South Ayrshire KA7 3JT
Erection of ancillary summerhouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2026-06-01
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26/00383/APP · Received: Mon 01 Jun 2026 · Validated: Mon 01 Jun 2026 - 15 Holmston Drive Ayr South Ayrshire KA7 3JT
Erection of ancillary summerhouse
Status: Undecided | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2026-06-01
- Cloverhill Farm Ayr South Ayrshire KA6 6LP
Prior notification for the installation of new and replacement telecommunications equipment
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2026-03-03
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- 22 Craigston Avenue Ayr South Ayrshire KA7 3JW
Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2025-05-21
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- 176 Hillfoot Road Ayr South Ayrshire KA7 3LB
Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2023-12-20
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A brief summary of Castlehill in South Ayrshire

Castlehill is a settlement located in South Ayrshire, Scotland.

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

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

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Castlehill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 23 days.

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

The average decision time of 23 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Castlehill were full planning applications (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.

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