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Planning in Philpstoun

Only 3 decisions near Philpstoun in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Philpstoun

Philpstoun is a quaint village in West Lothian, Scotland, located about 2 miles east of Linlithgow. Established during the 19th-century oil shale mining boom, it is set amidst fertile agricultural land and features a Community Education Centre and a Category B listed church. While the village has seen the closure of its railway station in 1951 and the local bowling club in 2012, it retains a unique historical character that may be relevant for planning applications in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Philpstoun 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 Philpstoun 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, Philpstoun 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 Philpstoun, 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, 3 planning applications were submitted near Philpstoun.

The most common types were full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Philpstoun?
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Philpstoun.
What types of planning applications are most common near Philpstoun?
The most common type of planning application near Philpstoun is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Philpstoun?
You can search and track planning applications near Philpstoun on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.