How long do planning decisions take near Crawford?

The average planning decision time near Crawford is 77 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 Crawford?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Crawford?

The most common type of planning application near Crawford is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Crawford?

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Crawford, South Lanarkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Crawford, South Lanarkshire.

South Lanarkshire · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Crawford are administered by South Lanarkshire Council. View the full South Lanarkshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Crawford

Crawford is a village and civil parish located in South Lanarkshire, Scotland. It serves as a key area for local planning applications, offering a unique blend of rural charm and community development opportunities.

District: South Lanarkshire

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Area Information

Admin district: South Lanarkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
LSOA: Biggar, Symington, Thankerton and Dolphinton - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Crawford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Crawford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Crawford.

- 1A Caledonian Avenue Crawford Biggar ML12 6TX
Demolition of single-storey dwellinghouse and erection of two-storey dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2025-06-13
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- 152 Carlisle Road Crawford Biggar ML12 6TW
Erection of single-storey side extension and front porch to dwellinghouse and erection of ancillary habitable accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2023-07-12
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A brief summary of Crawford in South Lanarkshire

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Crawford 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 Crawford

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Crawford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

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

The average decision period of 77 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Crawford were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application was submitted.

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