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Planning in Castletown

Only 3 decisions near Castletown in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Castletown

Castletown is a vibrant village located on the north coast of Scotland's Highland council area, close to Dunnet Bay and serving as the main settlement in the civil parish of Olrig. It is well-connected by road, with the A836 providing access to Thurso, Tongue, and John o' Groats, while the B876-A99 links it to Wick. Interestingly, despite its name, Castletown has no castle within the village. This information is relevant for those exploring planning applications in the area, highlighting its accessibility and unique local character.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Castletown 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 Castletown 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, Castletown 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 Castletown, 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 Castletown.

The most common types were full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Castletown?
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Castletown.
What types of planning applications are most common near Castletown?
The most common type of planning application near Castletown is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Castletown?
You can search and track planning applications near Castletown on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.