How long do planning decisions take near Cuthill?

The average planning decision time near Cuthill is 34 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 Cuthill?

The planning approval rate near Cuthill is 25%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cuthill?

The most common type of planning application near Cuthill is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cuthill?

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Cuthill, East Lothian Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cuthill, East Lothian.

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About Cuthill

Cuthill, located in East Lothian, is a place of interest for planning applications, reflecting its community and local development potential. The area is associated with several notable individuals, including American mathematician Elizabeth Cuthill, New Zealand footballer George Cuthill, and Australian environmentalist Michael Cuthill, highlighting its diverse connections and contributions to various fields.

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Area Information

Admin district: East Lothian
Parliamentary constituency: Lothian East
LSOA: Cockenzie - 04

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cuthill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cuthill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Cuthill.

- 4 South Grange Avenue Prestonpans EH32 9LJ
Alterations to house
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-05-15
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- 14A The Pottery Cuthill Prestonpans EH32 9DS
Change of use of workshop to dog grooming business (Class 1A)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2024-04-24
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- 225 High Street Prestonpans EH32 9BD
Display of advertisements
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2023-05-17
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A brief summary of Cuthill in East Lothian

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

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

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Cuthill. Of these, 25% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 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 Cuthill.

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Cuthill were full planning applications (9), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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