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Search Old Aberdeen planning applications

20 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Old Aberdeen · updated daily · Aberdeen City Council

Planning in Old Aberdeen

Approved
90%
75 of 80 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Old Aberdeen in the last 24 months, from Aberdeen City Council's planning register.

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Around Old Aberdeen

Postcode districts

AB24 97 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Aberdeen City Council

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About Old Aberdeen

Old Aberdeen, once a distinct burgh established as a burgh of barony in 1489, is now a part of Aberdeen city in Scotland. Incorporated into the city through the Aberdeen Corporation Act of 1891, it remains a recognized community council area, making it a relevant location for planning applications and local governance.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Old Aberdeen 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 Old Aberdeen 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, Old Aberdeen 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 Old Aberdeen, 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, 100 planning applications were submitted near Old Aberdeen. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (39), tree works (21), listed building and heritage (8). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Old Aberdeen?
In the last 24 months, 100 planning applications were submitted near Old Aberdeen. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Old Aberdeen?
The average planning decision time near Old Aberdeen is 53 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 Old Aberdeen?
The planning approval rate near Old Aberdeen is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Old Aberdeen?
The most common type of planning application near Old Aberdeen is full planning applications, with 39 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Old Aberdeen?
You can search and track planning applications near Old Aberdeen on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.