Hillhead, East Ayrshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hillhead, East Ayrshire.
East Ayrshire · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in Hillhead are administered by East Ayrshire Council. View the full East Ayrshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Hillhead
Hillhead is a vibrant area in the West End of Glasgow, Scotland, located north of Kelvingrove Park and south of the River Kelvin. It is bordered by Byres Road to the west and Dumbarton Road to the south, making it an attractive location for planning applications due to its trendy atmosphere and proximity to key amenities.
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Area Information
- Admin district: East Ayrshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Kilmarnock and Loudoun
- LSOA: Northern and Irvine Valley Rural - 03
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hillhead.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hillhead.
- 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 Hillhead based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
11 planning applications found near Hillhead.
- - 2 Croft Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 1JB
Installation of a galvanised steel roller shutter covering the shopfront window and adjacent doorway in retrospect.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-04-17
View full details - - 26 Dean Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA3 1EA
The installation of an Automated Teller Machine
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 1 Balmoral Road Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA3 1HL
Erection of a steel portal framed industrial unit
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - Vacant Car Park Rowallan Business Park Southcraig Avenue Kilmarnock
Application to erect a new storage building with associated offices on vacant car parking site.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - 27 Portland Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 1JN
Change of use from Employment Agency (Class 1A) to Adult Gaming Centre (Sui Generis) external alterations and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - 27 Portland Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 1JN
Advertisement of the following types : Fascia Sign, Projecting Sign
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - Pra Group Uk Ltd 2 The Cross Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 1LR
Change of use from office space to leisure facility (Indoor games)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2024-08-09
View full details - - Dean Park Guest House 27 Wellington Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA3 1DW
USE OF PROPERTY AS BED AND BREAKFAST
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2023-09-20
View full details - - 46 Wellington Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA3 1DN
Demolish existing conservatory and outbuildings and erection of a rear extension. General repairs to roof and windows, stonework to be repainted - updated proposals to Listed Building Consent 20/0373/
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2023-08-23
View full details - - Gallery 13 Wellington Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA3 1DW
Installation of 5 no Fascia Signs
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2023-03-29
View full details - - Hill Street KILMARNOCK KA3 1JD
Revision to brick wall boundary treatment and revision to entrance platt
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2017-05-24
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A brief summary of Hillhead in East Ayrshire
Hillhead is a vibrant area in the West End of Glasgow, Scotland, located north of Kelvingrove Park and south of the River Kelvin. It is bordered by Byres Road to the west and Dumbarton Road to the south, making it an attractive location for planning applications due to its trendy atmosphere and proximity to key amenities.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hillhead a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hillhead 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 Hillhead
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Hillhead. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Hillhead.
The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Hillhead were full planning applications (15), discharge of conditions (4), advertising consent (4). Full planning applications account for 52% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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