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Planning in Oakbank

Approved
96%
24 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Oakbank

Postcode districts

EH53 52 applications in the last 12 monthsEH54 135 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: West Lothian Council

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About Oakbank

Oakbank is a settlement located in West Lothian, Scotland.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Oakbank 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 Oakbank 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, Oakbank 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 Oakbank, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Oakbank. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), outline applications (3), amendments (2). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Oakbank?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Oakbank. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Oakbank?
The average planning decision time near Oakbank is 75 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 Oakbank?
The planning approval rate near Oakbank is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Oakbank?
The most common type of planning application near Oakbank is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Oakbank?
You can search and track planning applications near Oakbank on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.