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Planning in Roanheads

Approved
89%
16 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Roanheads

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, 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, 52 planning applications were submitted near Roanheads. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), outline applications (6), listed building and heritage (5). 6 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Roanheads?
In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Roanheads. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Roanheads?
The average planning decision time near Roanheads is 63 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 Roanheads?
The planning approval rate near Roanheads is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Roanheads?
The most common type of planning application near Roanheads is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Roanheads?
You can search and track planning applications near Roanheads on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.