Gorebridge, Midlothian Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gorebridge, Midlothian.

Midlothian · Scotland · settlement

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About Gorebridge

Gorebridge is a historic former mining village located in Midlothian, Scotland. Its rich industrial heritage and evolving community make it a noteworthy area for those researching planning applications, as it continues to develop while retaining its unique character.

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Area Information

• Admin district: Midlothian
• Parliamentary constituency: Midlothian
• LSOA: Rural South Midlothian - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gorebridge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

• 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 Gorebridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Gorebridge.

1. - Land At Robertson Bank Gorebridge
   Section 42 application to amend condition 1 of planning permission 20/00899/DPP (to extend duration of permission)
   Status: Undecided | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2026-04-28
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2. - Land At Vogrie Road and Lady Brae Gorebridge
   Erection of 12 dwellinghouses and associated works
   Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2026-01-15
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3. - 29 - 31 Main Street Gorebridge EH23 4BX
   Prior notification for installation of replacement windows within a conservation area
   Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2025-10-24
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4. - 24 Hunterfield Road Gorebridge EH23 4TR
   Installation of replacement windows and front door
   Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2023-01-06
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A brief summary of Gorebridge in Midlothian

Gorebridge is a historic former mining village located in Midlothian, Scotland. Its rich industrial heritage and evolving community make it a noteworthy area for those researching planning applications, as it continues to develop while retaining its unique character.

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

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

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Gorebridge.

The most common application types near Gorebridge were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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Related Planning Guides

• What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
• What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
• How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.