How long do planning decisions take near Netherton?

The average planning decision time near Netherton is 43 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 Netherton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Netherton?

The most common type of planning application near Netherton is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Netherton?

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Netherton, North Lanarkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Netherton, North Lanarkshire.

North Lanarkshire · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Netherton are administered by North Lanarkshire Council. View the full North Lanarkshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Netherton

Netherton is a southern suburb of Wishaw, accessible via Netherton Road and Netherton Street, which connect key local points such as Pickering's Corner and the Heathery roundabout. The area is surrounded by Gowkthrapple, Craigneuk, Muirhouse, and the River Clyde, making it an integral part of the local community. For anyone researching planning applications in Netherton, the suburb's well-defined boundaries and transport links are significant factors to consider.

District: North Lanarkshire

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Area Information

Admin district: North Lanarkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Motherwell, Wishaw and Carluke
LSOA: Wishaw North - 09

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Netherton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Netherton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Netherton.

26/00554/CLP - 119 Netherton Road Netherton Wishaw North Lanarkshire ML2 0AR
Single Storey Rear Extension
Status: Undecided | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2026-05-19
- Land At 26 Netherhall Road Netherton Industrial Estate Wishaw North Lanarkshire ML2 0JG
The proposed upgrade of an existing telecommunications base station comprising the replacement of 6 no antennas, together with the internal upgrade of the existing equipment cabin and ancillary develo
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2025-07-25
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A brief summary of Netherton in North Lanarkshire

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

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Planning Activity in Netherton

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Netherton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

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

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Netherton were outline applications (2).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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