How long do planning decisions take near Castlereagh?

The average planning decision time near Castlereagh is 138 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 Castlereagh?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Castlereagh?

The most common type of planning application near Castlereagh is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Castlereagh?

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Castlereagh, Castlereagh Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Castlereagh, Castlereagh.

Castlereagh · Northern Ireland · Town

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Area Information

Admin district: Belfast
Parliamentary constituency: Belfast South and Mid Down
LSOA: Lisnasharragh_F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Castlereagh.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Castlereagh based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Castlereagh.

- 44 Stirling Avenue, Belfast, BT6 9LP
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2026-03-04
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- 17 Castlemore Avenue, Belfast, BT6 9RF
Lean to garage to side of dwelling (retrospective).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2026-03-02
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- 15 Lancedean Road, Belfast, BT6 9QP
Demolition of existing two storey side and rear extensions. Full refurbishment of property to include replacement of first floor and roof including new front and rear dormers and new platform lift to
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2026-02-16
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- 7 Glensharragh Avenue, Belfast, BT6 9PD
Change of roof profile from hip to gable and rear dormer
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2026-01-05
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- 31 Lancedean Road, Belfast, BT6 9QP
Retrospective temporary change of use from residential dwelling (C1) to short term holiday let (sui generis).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2024-11-08
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A brief summary of Castlereagh in Castlereagh

Castlereagh is a Town located in Castlereagh, Northern Ireland.

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

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

In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Castlereagh. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 138 days.

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

With an average of 138 days, decisions near Castlereagh take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Castlereagh were full planning applications (21), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 84% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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