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Planning in Comiston

Approved
94%
47 of 50 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Comiston

Postcode districts

EH10 505 applications in the last 12 monthsEH13 114 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: City of Edinburgh Council

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About Comiston

Comiston is a residential suburb located in the City of Edinburgh, Scotland, situated to the south of Morningside and west of the picturesque Braid Hills. It serves as a connector between the suburbs of Oxgangs and Fairmilehead, offering a blend of urban convenience and natural landscapes that may influence local planning applications and development opportunities in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Comiston 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 Comiston 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, Comiston 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 Comiston, 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, 110 planning applications were submitted near Comiston. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (25), outline applications (13), tree works (7).

6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 6 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Comiston?
In the last 24 months, 110 planning applications were submitted near Comiston. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Comiston?
The average planning decision time near Comiston is 42 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 Comiston?
The planning approval rate near Comiston is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Comiston?
The most common type of planning application near Comiston is full planning applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Comiston?
You can search and track planning applications near Comiston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.