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Planning in Greendykes

Approved
82%
9 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Greendykes in the last 24 months, from Northumberland County Council's planning register.

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About Greendykes

Greendykes is a neighbourhood located in Edinburgh, Scotland, originally developed as a council scheme featuring predominantly low-rise flats alongside two notable 15-storey tower blocks. It is often regarded as part of the Craigmillar area, with nearby communities including Niddrie, Niddrie Mains, and Newcraighall. This context may be relevant for those researching planning applications, as the area's residential structure and proximity to other communities could influence future development opportunities.

Property prices in Greendykes show an average sale price of £333,891, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Greendykes a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Greendykes has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Greendykes, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Greendykes. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Greendykes?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Greendykes. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Greendykes?
The average planning decision time near Greendykes is 56 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 Greendykes?
The planning approval rate near Greendykes is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Greendykes?
The most common type of planning application near Greendykes is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Greendykes?
You can search and track planning applications near Greendykes on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.