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Planning in Colinton

Approved
92%
57 of 62 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Colinton in the last 24 months, from City of Edinburgh Council's planning register.

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About Colinton

Colinton is a picturesque suburb located 3.5 miles southwest of Edinburgh's city centre. Historically known as Collington until the late 18th century, it is bordered by Dreghorn to the south and Craiglockhart to the north-east, with its north-western boundary marked by Lanark Road and the City Bypass to the south-west. The area includes Bonaly, a notable subsection to the south, making it a diverse community for potential planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Colinton 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 Colinton 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, Colinton 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 Colinton, 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, 134 planning applications were submitted near Colinton. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

The most common types were tree works (30), full planning applications (11), outline applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Colinton?
In the last 24 months, 134 planning applications were submitted near Colinton. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Colinton?
The average planning decision time near Colinton is 39 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 Colinton?
The planning approval rate near Colinton is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Colinton?
The most common type of planning application near Colinton is tree works applications, with 30 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Colinton?
You can search and track planning applications near Colinton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.