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Planning in Coalburn

Only 5 decisions near Coalburn in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Coalburn

Coalburn is a village situated in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, in proximity to the villages of Auchlochan, Bankend, and Braehead. As a developing community, it presents various planning opportunities and considerations for potential development projects in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,220 (2016 estimate). It sits within the South Lanarkshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Coalburn 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 Coalburn 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, Coalburn 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 Coalburn, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Coalburn.

The most common types were full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Coalburn?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Coalburn.
What types of planning applications are most common near Coalburn?
The most common type of planning application near Coalburn is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Coalburn?
You can search and track planning applications near Coalburn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.