How long do planning decisions take near Saughton?

The average planning decision time near Saughton is 40 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 Saughton?

The planning approval rate near Saughton is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Saughton?

The most common type of planning application near Saughton is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Saughton?

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Saughton, City of Edinburgh Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Saughton, City of Edinburgh.

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About Saughton

Saughton is a suburban area located in the west of Edinburgh, Scotland, adjacent to Broomhouse, Stenhouse, Longstone, and Carrick Knowe. The name "Saughton" derives from the Lowland Scots term for willow, reflecting the region's natural heritage. The Water of Leith runs nearby, contributing to the area's picturesque landscape and potential for development projects.

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Area Information

Admin district: City of Edinburgh
Parliamentary constituency: Edinburgh South West
LSOA: Gorgie East - 05

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Saughton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Saughton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Saughton.

- 2 Longstone Terrace Edinburgh EH14 2AL
Form single storey extension to side (gable) of existing semi-detached villa.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2025-11-17
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- 33 Broomfield Crescent Edinburgh EH12 7LS
Proposal for front garden conversion to a driveway.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2025-10-22
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- 7 Broomhall Avenue Edinburgh EH12 7NA
Alterations to form new doors to ground floor flat and erection of decking.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2025-05-07
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- 5 Broomhouse Row Edinburgh EH11 3RE
Proposed single storey to rear of ground floor flatted dwelling.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Saughton in City of Edinburgh

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

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Planning Activity in Saughton

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Saughton. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 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 Saughton.

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Saughton were full planning applications (6), outline applications (4), advertising consent (1). Full planning applications account for 55% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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