What is the planning approval rate near Mochrum?

The planning approval rate near Mochrum is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Mochrum?

The most common type of planning application near Mochrum is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Mochrum?

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Mochrum, Dumfries and Galloway Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Mochrum, Dumfries and Galloway.

Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Mochrum are administered by Dumfries And Galloway Council. View the full Dumfries And Galloway Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Mochrum

Mochrum is a coastal parish in Dumfries and Galloway, located east of Luce Bay on the Machars peninsula, approximately 8 miles southwest of Wigtown. Spanning 22,000 acres, the area includes the village of Mochrum, the coastal community of Port William, and the clachan of Elrig, making it a significant locale for planning applications in this diverse landscape.

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Area Information

Admin district: Dumfries and Galloway
Parliamentary constituency: Dumfries and Galloway
LSOA: Machars North - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Mochrum.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Mochrum based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Mochrum.

- Glendale 27 Main Street Mochrum DG8 9LY
ALTERATIONS AND INSTALLATION OF 3 NO. ROOF EXTRACTION VENTS ON NORTH WEST ELEVATION - PARTIALLY RETROSPECTIVE
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2025-11-07
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A brief summary of Mochrum in Dumfries and Galloway

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

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

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Mochrum. Of these, 100% were approved.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Mochrum may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The most common application types near Mochrum were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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