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Planning in Ecclesmachan

Only 4 decisions near Ecclesmachan in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ecclesmachan in the last 24 months, from West Lothian Council's planning register.

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About Ecclesmachan

Ecclesmachan is a historic village located in West Lothian, just north of Uphall along the B8046 road and south of Threemiletown. Renowned for its medieval parish church, Ecclesmachan has a small population, which was recorded at 529 in the 2001 census, down from 811 in 1991. This quaint village presents unique planning opportunities, particularly given its rich history and community character.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ecclesmachan 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 (May 2026). This makes Ecclesmachan 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, Ecclesmachan 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 Ecclesmachan, 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, 8 planning applications were submitted near Ecclesmachan.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ecclesmachan?
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Ecclesmachan.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ecclesmachan?
The most common type of planning application near Ecclesmachan is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ecclesmachan?
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