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Planning in Granton

Approved
86%
38 of 44 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Granton in the last 24 months, from City of Edinburgh Council's planning register.

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Around Granton

Postcode districts

EH5 112 applications in the last 12 monthsEH3 594 applications in the last 12 monthsEH4 414 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: City of Edinburgh Council

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About Granton

Granton is a settlement located in City of Edinburgh, Scotland.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Granton 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 Granton 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, Granton 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 Granton, 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, 87 planning applications were submitted near Granton. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), tree works (6), outline applications (4).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Granton?
In the last 24 months, 87 planning applications were submitted near Granton. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Granton?
The average planning decision time near Granton is 49 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 Granton?
The planning approval rate near Granton is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Granton?
The most common type of planning application near Granton is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Granton?
You can search and track planning applications near Granton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.