How long do planning decisions take near Newlandrig?

The average planning decision time near Newlandrig is 21 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 Newlandrig?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Newlandrig?

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

How can I track planning applications near Newlandrig?

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Newlandrig, Midlothian Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Newlandrig, Midlothian.

Midlothian · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Newlandrig are administered by Midlothian Council. View the full Midlothian Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Midlothian
Parliamentary constituency: Midlothian
LSOA: Gorebridge and Birkenside - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Newlandrig.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Newlandrig based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Newlandrig.

26/00257/LBC - Newlandburn House 16 Newlandrig Gorebridge EH23 4NS
Installation of stairlift
Status: Undecided | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2026-05-20
- Newlandburn House 16 Newlandrig Gorebridge EH23 4NS
Installation of stairlift
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2026-05-01
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- 5 Newlandrig Gorebridge EH23 4NS
Alterations to conservatory
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2026-04-03
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- 4 Newlandrig Gorebridge EH23 4NS
Erection of shed and stable block; formation of access road
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2026-03-17
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- 4 Newlandrig Gorebridge EH23 4NS
Felling of trees within Newlandrig conservation area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2026-03-12
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A brief summary of Newlandrig in Midlothian

Newlandrig is a settlement located in Midlothian, Scotland.

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

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

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Newlandrig. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 21 days.

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

The average decision time of 21 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Newlandrig were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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