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Planning in Keith Inch

Approved
87%
13 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Keith Inch

Keith Inch, the easternmost point of mainland Scotland, is situated in Peterhead, Aberdeenshire, at the northern edge of Peterhead Bay. Once an island, it is now connected to Greenhill, another former island, by the former Poolmouth. Access to Greenhill is facilitated via Greenhill Road, which links motorists from the town through Alexandra Parade, making it an important area for local planning considerations.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Keith Inch 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 Keith Inch 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, Keith Inch 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 Keith Inch, 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, 48 planning applications were submitted near Keith Inch. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), outline applications (6), listed building and heritage (5). 6 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Keith Inch?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Keith Inch. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Keith Inch?
The average planning decision time near Keith Inch is 62 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 Keith Inch?
The planning approval rate near Keith Inch is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Keith Inch?
The most common type of planning application near Keith Inch is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Keith Inch?
You can search and track planning applications near Keith Inch on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.