How long do planning decisions take near Crawton?

The average planning decision time near Crawton is 78 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 Crawton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Crawton?

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

How can I track planning applications near Crawton?

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Crawton, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Crawton, Aberdeenshire.

Aberdeenshire · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Crawton are administered by Aberdeenshire Council. View the full Aberdeenshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Crawton

Crawton, located on the southeast coast of Aberdeenshire, Scotland, is a historic former fishing community that has remained uninhabited since 1927. Its deserted status and coastal location may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area, especially for those interested in heritage and land use.

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Area Information

Admin district: Aberdeenshire
Parliamentary constituency: West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine
LSOA: Fetteresso, Netherley and Catter - 04

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Crawton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Crawton in Aberdeenshire

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

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Planning Activity in Crawton

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Crawton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

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

The average decision period of 78 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Crawton 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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