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27 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of North Berwick · updated daily · East Lothian Council

Planning in North Berwick

Approved
80%
148 of 158 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of North Berwick in the last 24 months, from East Lothian Council's planning register.

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Around North Berwick

Postcode districts

EH39 182 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: East Lothian Council

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About North Berwick

North Berwick is a charming seaside town located on the south shore of the Firth of Forth, around 20 miles east-northeast of Edinburgh. Once a royal burgh and a popular holiday resort in the nineteenth century, it boasts two beautiful sandy bays, the East Bay and West Bay, along with golf courses at either end that welcome visitors. This vibrant town continues to draw holidaymakers, making it a significant area for potential planning applications related to tourism and leisure development.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes North Berwick 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, North Berwick 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 North Berwick, 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, 226 planning applications were submitted near North Berwick. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (132), outline applications (34), listed building and heritage (24).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near North Berwick?
In the last 24 months, 226 planning applications were submitted near North Berwick. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near North Berwick?
The average planning decision time near North Berwick is 66 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 North Berwick?
The planning approval rate near North Berwick is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near North Berwick?
The most common type of planning application near North Berwick is full planning applications, with 132 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near North Berwick?
You can search and track planning applications near North Berwick on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.