Roanheads, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications

Roanheads is a historic residential area in coastal Aberdeenshire, Scotland, situated between Peterhead and Buchanhaven, approximately 0.75 miles north of the town centre. Established by 1771, it is the oldest part of Peterhead, originally settled by fishermen drawn to its strategic location on the northeastern peninsula. The area features two streets named Roanheads, which were likely unified before contemporary development on Seagate.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Roanheads 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 Roanheads 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, Roanheads 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 Roanheads, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.