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Planning in Pathhead

Approved
88%
35 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Pathhead in the last 24 months, from Fife Council's planning register.

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Around Pathhead

Postcode districts

KY1 155 applications in the last 12 monthsKY2 70 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Fife Council

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About Pathhead

Pathhead is a locality within Kirkcaldy, Fife, Scotland, formerly an independent village before its incorporation into the Royal burgh of Kirkcaldy. Researchers exploring planning applications in the area will find that Pathhead's historical roots as a village contribute to its unique character within the larger urban landscape.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Pathhead 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, Pathhead 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 Pathhead, 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, 91 planning applications were submitted near Pathhead. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (16), full planning applications (7), telecoms (7).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pathhead?
In the last 24 months, 91 planning applications were submitted near Pathhead. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pathhead?
The average planning decision time near Pathhead is 60 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 Pathhead?
The planning approval rate near Pathhead is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pathhead?
The most common type of planning application near Pathhead is discharge of conditions, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pathhead?
You can search and track planning applications near Pathhead on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.