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Planning in Prestonfield

Approved
78%
111 of 138 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Prestonfield

Postcode districts

EH16 179 applications in the last 12 monthsEH9 434 applications in the last 12 monthsEH15 197 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: City of Edinburgh Council

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About Prestonfield

Prestonfield is a settlement located in City of Edinburgh, Scotland.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Prestonfield 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 Prestonfield 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, Prestonfield 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 Prestonfield, 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, 259 planning applications were submitted near Prestonfield. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

The most common types were tree works (36), listed building and heritage (12), full planning applications (9).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Prestonfield?
In the last 24 months, 259 planning applications were submitted near Prestonfield. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Prestonfield?
The average planning decision time near Prestonfield is 41 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 Prestonfield?
The planning approval rate near Prestonfield is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Prestonfield?
The most common type of planning application near Prestonfield is tree works applications, with 36 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Prestonfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Prestonfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.