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Planning in Elrick

Approved
95%
18 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Elrick in the last 24 months, from Aberdeenshire Council's planning register.

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About Elrick

Elrick is a quaint village located on the A944 road, approximately 7.5 miles west of Aberdeen, Scotland. Its name, derived from Gaelic, refers to a place historically associated with deer hunting. As a notable locality, Elrick may present various opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the surrounding Aberdeenshire region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Elrick 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 Elrick 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, Elrick 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 Elrick, 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, 40 planning applications were submitted near Elrick. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), advertising consent (3), outline applications (2). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Elrick?
In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Elrick. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Elrick?
The average planning decision time near Elrick is 67 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 Elrick?
The planning approval rate near Elrick is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Elrick?
The most common type of planning application near Elrick is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Elrick?
You can search and track planning applications near Elrick on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.