How long do planning decisions take near Craiglockhart?

The average planning decision time near Craiglockhart is 29 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 Craiglockhart?

The planning approval rate near Craiglockhart is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Craiglockhart?

The most common type of planning application near Craiglockhart is tree works applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Craiglockhart?

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Craiglockhart, City of Edinburgh Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Craiglockhart, City of Edinburgh.

City of Edinburgh · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Craiglockhart are administered by City Of Edinburgh Council. View the full City Of Edinburgh Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Craiglockhart

Craiglockhart is a suburb located in the southwest of Edinburgh, Scotland, nestled between Colinton to the south, and Morningside and Merchiston to the east and northeast, respectively. To the west, it is bordered by the Water of Leith and the residential areas of Longstone and Kingsknowe. This diverse locale offers a mix of residential and natural environments, making it an area of interest for planning applications.

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Area Information

Admin district: City of Edinburgh
Parliamentary constituency: Edinburgh South West
LSOA: Balerno - 06

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Craiglockhart.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Craiglockhart based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Craiglockhart.

- 13 Craiglockhart Quadrant Edinburgh EH14 1HD
Attic conversion. 2 bedrooms to rear. Hall landing and shower to front. Dormer to rear. Roof windows to front and sides.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-06-22
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- 48A Craiglockhart Loan Edinburgh EH14 1JS
Replacement hardwood sash and case windows (7 No) and doors (2 No).
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-06-15
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26/02237/S50 · Received: Mon 25 May 2026 · Validated: Mon 25 May 2026 - Edinburgh Napier University Craiglockhart Campus 219 Colinton Road Edinburgh EH14 1DJ
Request for a Planning Section 50 Certificate (Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005)
Status: Undecided | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-05-25
- Edinburgh Napier University Craiglockhart Campus 219 Colinton Road Edinburgh EH14 1DJ
Request for a Planning Section 50 Certificate (Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005)
Status: Undecided | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-05-25
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- 54 Craiglockhart Road North Wester Craiglockhart Edinburgh EH14 1BT
Proposed extension at ground level to create additional bedroom and front porch. Removal of shallow pitched hipped roof. Proposed gable end pitched roof to create developed roof space. Dormers front a
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2025-12-02
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- 54 Allan Park Drive Slateford Edinburgh EH14 1LP
New extension to rear, and new porch to side.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2024-12-06
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- Edinburgh Napier University 219 Colinton Road Edinburgh EH14 1DJ
Installation of covered and secure bicycle and cargo bicycle storage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2024-11-28
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- 33 Allan Park Drive Slateford Edinburgh EH14 1LW
Erect a single storey flat roof extension to rear of dwellinghouse.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2024-11-04
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- Braidhills Nursery School 38 Craiglockhart Avenue Edinburgh EH14 1LT
Erection of 2 No 2.4m x 2.4m signs highlighting the name of the new Nursery at 38 Craiglockhart Avenue for ease of location.
Status: Rejected | Type: Advertising | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2023-12-22
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A brief summary of Craiglockhart in City of Edinburgh

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

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Planning Activity in Craiglockhart

In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Craiglockhart. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 29 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Craiglockhart.

The average decision time of 29 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Craiglockhart were tree works (8), full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 10 medium-scale applications, 18 smaller schemes were submitted.

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