Coalford, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Coalford, Aberdeenshire.
Aberdeenshire · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in Coalford are administered by Aberdeenshire Council. View the full Aberdeenshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Coalford
Coalford is a small village located in Drumoak, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, just north of the River Dee and approximately 1 mile west of Peterculter. With a population of around 100 residents, this quaint community may present unique opportunities for planning applications and local developments within the picturesque Scottish landscape.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Aberdeen City
- Parliamentary constituency: Aberdeen South
- LSOA: Culter - 02
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Coalford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Coalford.
- 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 Coalford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Coalford.
- - Hilton Farm Cottage Kennerty Road Aberdeen AB14 0LT
Formation of 2no. box dormers and balcony to side
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeen | Date: 2026-05-22
View full details - - Coalford Stables Drumoak Aberdeenshire
Erection of Dwellinghouse and Garage (Renewal of Approved APP/2020/1820)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2025-04-17
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A brief summary of Coalford in Aberdeenshire
Coalford is a small village located in Drumoak, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, just north of the River Dee and approximately 1 mile west of Peterculter. With a population of around 100 residents, this quaint community may present unique opportunities for planning applications and local developments within the picturesque Scottish landscape.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Coalford a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Coalford 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 Coalford
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Coalford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 26 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Coalford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 26 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Coalford were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), telecoms (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Kincluny planning applications
- Peterculter planning applications
- Millbank planning applications
- Kirkton of Maryculter planning applications
- Parkhead planning applications
- Milltimber planning applications
- Drumoak planning applications
- Westside planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.