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Planning in Croftfoot

Approved
75%
21 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Croftfoot in the last 24 months, from South Lanarkshire Council's planning register.

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Around Croftfoot

Postcode districts

G73 111 applications in the last 12 monthsG44 92 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Lanarkshire Council

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About Croftfoot

Croftfoot is a residential area located in the southeastern part of Glasgow, Scotland. It is adjacent to Castlemilk to the south and King's Park to the west, while Rutherglen's Spittal and Bankhead lie to the east and north, respectively. Formerly part of the civil parish of Cathcart in Renfrewshire, Croftfoot falls within the Linn ward of Glasgow City Council, making it an important location for planning applications in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Croftfoot area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Croftfoot a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Croftfoot, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Croftfoot. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Croftfoot?
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Croftfoot. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Croftfoot?
The average planning decision time near Croftfoot is 64 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 Croftfoot?
The planning approval rate near Croftfoot is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Croftfoot?
The most common type of planning application near Croftfoot is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Croftfoot?
You can search and track planning applications near Croftfoot on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.