How long do planning decisions take near Roanheads?

The average planning decision time near Roanheads is 49 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 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 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 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Roanheads?

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Roanheads, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Roanheads, Aberdeenshire.

Aberdeenshire · Scotland · settlement

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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.

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Area Information

Admin district: Aberdeenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Gordon and Buchan
LSOA: Auchnagatt - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Roanheads.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Roanheads based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Roanheads.

- Arbuthnot House 62 Broad Street Peterhead Aberdeenshire AB42 1BX
Removal And Reinstatement of Ground and First Floor Ceilings and Cornices
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-02-25
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- 5 To 8 Bridge Street Peterhead AB42 1DH
Installation of Replacement Windows, Doors and Extraction Vents
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-01-13
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- Men United Peterhead Scio 5 Union Street Peterhead Aberdeenshire AB42 1JN
Installation of Replacement Windows (Retrospective)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2025-07-11
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- Peterhead Old Parish Church Kirk Square Maiden Street Peterhead Kirktown Aberdeenshire AB42 1RQ
Alterations and Part Change of Use of Church (Class 10 - Non Residential Institution) to Class 11 - Leisure and Assembly and Associated Work
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2024-11-29
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- Apex Centre Youth Centre 22 Broad Street Peterhead AB42 1BY
Alteration to Building
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2024-11-13
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- 48 Marischal Street Peterhead AB42 1HS
Change Of Use of Second Floor from Class 1A (Shops, Financial, Professional and Other Services) to Class 10 (Non-Residential Institutions)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2024-04-08
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- 44B Queen Street Peterhead Aberdeenshire AB42 1TQ
Installation of External Lift
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2023-08-17
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A brief summary of Roanheads in Aberdeenshire

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

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Planning Activity in Roanheads

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Roanheads. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 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 Roanheads.

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Roanheads were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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