How long do planning decisions take near Raploch?

The average planning decision time near Raploch is 25 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 Raploch?

The planning approval rate near Raploch is 40%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Raploch?

The most common type of planning application near Raploch is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Raploch?

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Raploch, Stirling Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Raploch, Stirling.

Stirling · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Raploch are administered by Stirling Council. View the full Stirling Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Raploch

Raploch, often referred to as The Raploch or The Raptap, is a district situated to the south of the River Forth in Stirling, central Scotland. As part of the city of Stirling, it presents various planning opportunities and developments that may be of interest to those researching the area's growth and infrastructure.

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Area Information

Admin district: Stirling
Parliamentary constituency: Stirling and Strathallan
LSOA: City Centre - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Raploch.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Raploch.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Raploch based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Raploch in Stirling

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Raploch a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Raploch

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Raploch. Of these, 40% were approved, with an average decision time of 25 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Raploch.

The average decision time of 25 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Raploch were tree works (4), listed building and heritage (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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