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Planning in New Stevenston

Approved
88%
15 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of New Stevenston in the last 24 months, from North Lanarkshire Council's planning register.

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About New Stevenston

New Stevenston is a village in North Lanarkshire, Scotland, nestled between Motherwell and Bellshill. It shares local amenities with nearby villages Carfin, Holytown, and Newarthill, collectively serving a population of approximately 20,000 residents. This collaborative community dynamic may influence planning applications in the area, as developments often cater to the needs of the adjacent localities.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the New Stevenston 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 New Stevenston 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, New Stevenston 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 New Stevenston, 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, 26 planning applications were submitted near New Stevenston. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near New Stevenston?
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near New Stevenston. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near New Stevenston?
The average planning decision time near New Stevenston is 64 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 New Stevenston?
The planning approval rate near New Stevenston is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near New Stevenston?
The most common type of planning application near New Stevenston is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near New Stevenston?
You can search and track planning applications near New Stevenston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.