How long do planning decisions take near Slateford?

The average planning decision time near Slateford is 37 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 Slateford?

The planning approval rate near Slateford is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Slateford?

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

How can I track planning applications near Slateford?

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Slateford, City of Edinburgh Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Slateford, City of Edinburgh.

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About Slateford

Slateford is a vibrant area located in the City of Edinburgh, Scotland's capital. Positioned east of the picturesque Water of Leith, it offers a unique blend of residential and commercial opportunities, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications and development projects.

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Area Information

Admin district: City of Edinburgh
Parliamentary constituency: Edinburgh South West
LSOA: Baberton and Juniper Green - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Slateford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Slateford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Slateford.

- 54 Craiglockhart Road North Wester Craiglockhart Edinburgh EH14 1BT
Proposed extension at ground level to create additional bedroom and front porch. Removal of shallow pitched hipped roof. Proposed gable end pitched roof to create developed roof space. Dormers front a
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2025-12-02
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- 54 Allan Park Drive Slateford Edinburgh EH14 1LP
New extension to rear, and new porch to side.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2024-12-06
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- Edinburgh Napier University 219 Colinton Road Edinburgh EH14 1DJ
Installation of covered and secure bicycle and cargo bicycle storage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2024-11-28
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- 33 Allan Park Drive Slateford Edinburgh EH14 1LW
Erect a single storey flat roof extension to rear of dwellinghouse.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2024-11-04
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- Braidhills Nursery School 38 Craiglockhart Avenue Edinburgh EH14 1LT
Replacement of existing fencing and installation of some new fencing to the site's external boundary for the privacy and safety of children's play areas at the St Margaret Nursery, 38 Craiglockhart Av
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2024-05-28
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- Braidhills Nursery School 38 Craiglockhart Avenue Edinburgh EH14 1LT
Erection of 2 No 2.4m x 2.4m signs highlighting the name of the new Nursery at 38 Craiglockhart Avenue for ease of location.
Status: Rejected | Type: Advertising | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2023-12-22
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- 48 Craiglockhart Drive South Edinburgh EH14 1HZ
Proposed new dormer window, roof light at roof level with new window at ground floor.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2023-02-02
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A brief summary of Slateford in City of Edinburgh

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

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Planning Activity in Slateford

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Slateford. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 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 Slateford.

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Slateford were full planning applications (6), listed building and heritage (5), tree works (4). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 10 medium-scale applications, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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