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Planning in Shieldmuir

Approved
96%
24 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Shieldmuir in the last 24 months, from North Lanarkshire Council's planning register.

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Around Shieldmuir

Postcode districts

ML1 118 applications in the last 12 monthsML2 55 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: North Lanarkshire Council

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About Shieldmuir

Shieldmuir railway station, located in the Craigneuk suburb of Wishaw, North Lanarkshire, serves local commuters via the Argyle Line, operated by ScotRail under the Strathclyde Partnership for Transport. Positioned on the West Coast Main Line, it primarily caters to residents from the surrounding suburbs of Craigneuk and Muirhouse, with a bridge linking the two areas. While Shieldmuir provides access to Wishaw General Hospital, it is notably distant from the facility, making transport considerations important for visitors.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Shieldmuir 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 Shieldmuir 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, Shieldmuir 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 Shieldmuir, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Shieldmuir. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), outline applications (4), advertising consent (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shieldmuir?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Shieldmuir. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Shieldmuir?
The average planning decision time near Shieldmuir is 45 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 Shieldmuir?
The planning approval rate near Shieldmuir is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shieldmuir?
The most common type of planning application near Shieldmuir is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shieldmuir?
You can search and track planning applications near Shieldmuir on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.