Craigie (KA8), South Ayrshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Craigie (KA8), South Ayrshire.
South Ayrshire · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in Craigie (KA8) are administered by South Ayrshire Council. View the full South Ayrshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Craigie (KA8)
Craigie is a small village and parish in South Ayrshire, covering 6,579 acres in the historic district of Kyle, located just four miles south of Kilmarnock. Primarily an agricultural area with a low population density, Craigie features limited woodland and is characterized by its solitary village. Historically, the region was notable for its high-quality lime quarrying, with at least three active sites documented in 1832, which may present opportunities for planning applications related to land use and heritage conservation.
District: South Ayrshire
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Area Information
- Admin district: South Ayrshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
- LSOA: Ayr North Harbour, Wallacetown and Newton South - 05
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Craigie (KA8).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Craigie (KA8).
- 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 Craigie (KA8) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Craigie (KA8).
- - Electric Sub Station - T1/2 Mill Street Ayr South Ayrshire
Prior notification for alterations to electrical substation
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - 13 Craigie Way Ayr South Ayrshire KA8 0HQ
Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2026-01-05
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A brief summary of Craigie (KA8) in South Ayrshire
Craigie is a small village and parish in South Ayrshire, covering 6,579 acres in the historic district of Kyle, located just four miles south of Kilmarnock. Primarily an agricultural area with a low population density, Craigie features limited woodland and is characterized by its solitary village. Historically, the region was notable for its high-quality lime quarrying, with at least three active sites documented in 1832, which may present opportunities for planning applications related to land use and heritage conservation. It sits within the South Ayrshire district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Craigie (KA8) a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Craigie (KA8) 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 Craigie (KA8)
In the last 24 months, 47 planning applications were submitted near Craigie (KA8). Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Craigie (KA8) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 57 days on average, decisions near Craigie (KA8) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Craigie (KA8) were full planning applications (21), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (3). Full planning applications account for 45% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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