How long do planning decisions take near Craigends?

The average planning decision time near Craigends is 53 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 Craigends?

The planning approval rate near Craigends is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Craigends?

The most common type of planning application near Craigends is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Craigends, Renfrewshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Craigends, Renfrewshire.

Renfrewshire · Scotland · settlement

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About Craigends

Craigends is a residential area located in the civil parish of Houston and Killellan in Renfrewshire, Scotland. Situated on the south-eastern edge of the village of Houston, it lies near the banks of the River Locher and south of the River Gryffe, bordering the village of Crosslee. Primarily a commuter settlement, Craigends offers a mix of housing options ideal for those working in nearby urban centres.

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Area Information

Admin district: Renfrewshire
Parliamentary constituency: Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West
LSOA: Houston North - 04

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Craigends.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Craigends.

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 Craigends based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Craigends.

- 22 Neuk Avenue Houston Johnstone PA6 7DP
Erection of a single storey rear extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2026-04-24
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- South Lodge Houston Road Houston Johnstone PA6 7BA
Request to discharge suspensive aspect of Condition 1 (Replanting Scheme) of treeworks application 25/0924/TP
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2026-02-05
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- 20 Neuk Avenue Houston Johnstone PA6 7DP
Erection of single storey rear extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2026-02-03
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- 65 Neuk Crescent Houston Johnstone PA6 7DS
Erection of a single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2025-12-02
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- South Lodge Houston Road Houston Johnstone PA6 7BA
Removal of existing extensions and erection of single storey extension to side and rear of dwellinghouse to also include installation of access ramp
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2025-10-21
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- 25 Woodside Houston Johnstone PA6 7DD
Erection of single storey side extension and installation of fencing
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2025-04-01
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- 62 Neuk Crescent Houston Johnstone PA6 7DW
Erection of single storey side extension and external alterations to garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2025-02-11
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- Ballyholme 57 Crawford Road Houston Johnstone PA6 7DA
Fell one Ash tree (in retrospect)
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2024-10-02
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- 7 Craigholme Houston Johnstone PA6 7DB
Demolition of conservatory and erection of single storey side extension to dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2024-09-09
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A brief summary of Craigends in Renfrewshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Craigends a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Craigends

In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Craigends. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Craigends may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Craigends were full planning applications (16), tree works (8), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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