How long do planning decisions take near Creetown?

The average planning decision time near Creetown is 103 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 Creetown?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Creetown?

The most common type of planning application near Creetown is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Creetown?

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Creetown, Dumfries and Galloway Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Creetown, Dumfries and Galloway.

Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland · settlement

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About Creetown

Creetown is a quaint seaside town located in the Stewartry of Kirkcudbright within Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, with a population of around 750. Positioned near the head of Wigtown Bay, approximately 18 miles west of Castle Douglas, Creetown was historically known as Ferrytown of Cree due to its role in ferrying pilgrims across the River Cree to Whithorn. The town's rich history is reflected in the local football team, "The Ferrytoun," established in 1895.

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Area Information

Admin district: Dumfries and Galloway
Parliamentary constituency: Dumfries and Galloway
LSOA: Machars South - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Creetown.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Creetown based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Creetown.

- Hill Of Burns Hill Street Creetown DG8 7HF
SITING OF 2 CABINS AND 1 TRAILER WITH ASSOCIATED DECKING AREAS AND CANOPY FOR USE AS HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION AND SITING OF BARREL SAUNA (PARTIALLY RETROSPECTIVE)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-03-16
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- Larg Farm Kirk Brae Creetown DG8 7DG
ALTERATIONS TO EXISTING WIND TURBINE COMPRISING INSTALLATION OF NEW TURBINE HEAD (INCREASING BLADE TIP HEIGHT TO 49.1 METRES) AND ASSOCIATED WORKS
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2025-12-19
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- Woodville 7 St John Street Creetown Newton Stewart DG8 7JA
INSTALLATION OF 9 REPLACEMENT SINGLE GLAZED TIMBER SASH AND CASE WINDOWS WITH 9 DOUBLE GLAZED SASH AND CASE WINDOWS ON FRONT AND REAR ELEVATIONS OF DWELLINGHOUSE
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2025-11-03
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- Creetown Service Station Louden Place Creetown Newton Stewart DG8 7DA
DISPLAY OF 2 INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED TOTEM SIGNS, 4 INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED POLE MOUNTED DIRECTIONAL SIGNS, 3 INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED CANOPY DOMES, 1 NON ILLUMINATED INSTRUCTION BANNER, 2 NON ILLUMINATED
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2024-11-29
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- 49-51 St John Street Creetown DG8 7JB
RE-SLATING AND RE-RIDGING OF ROOF SLOPE, INSTALLATION OF 10 SOLAR PANELS AND DEMOLITION OF EXISTING SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION ON EAST ELEVATION OF DWELLING
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2023-07-21
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A brief summary of Creetown in Dumfries and Galloway

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

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Planning Activity in Creetown

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Creetown. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 103 days.

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

With an average of 103 days, decisions near Creetown take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Creetown were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1), advertising consent (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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