How long do planning decisions take near South Gyle?

The average planning decision time near South Gyle is 39 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 South Gyle?

The planning approval rate near South Gyle is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near South Gyle?

The most common type of planning application near South Gyle is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near South Gyle?

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South Gyle, City of Edinburgh Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near South Gyle, City of Edinburgh.

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Planning applications in South Gyle are administered by City Of Edinburgh Council. View the full City Of Edinburgh Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About South Gyle

South Gyle is a developing area on the western edge of Edinburgh, Scotland, situated south and west of the former marshland known as Gogarloch. Predominantly featuring modern architecture from the late 1980s to the early 21st century, the area also includes some historic farm workers' cottages and a 1970s council estate near South Gyle railway station. Its recent growth presents various opportunities for planning applications and development projects in a rapidly evolving urban landscape.

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Area Information

Admin district: City of Edinburgh
Parliamentary constituency: Edinburgh West
LSOA: Corstorphine North - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near South Gyle.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 South Gyle based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near South Gyle.

- 5 Craigs Gardens Craigmount Edinburgh EH12 8HE
Alterations, convert garage into accommodation and single storey extension to the rear of the garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2024-11-01
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A brief summary of South Gyle in City of Edinburgh

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, South Gyle 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.

Planning Activity in South Gyle

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near South Gyle. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near South Gyle may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near South Gyle were full planning applications (10), outline applications (4), tree works (3). Full planning applications account for 53% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 7 medium-scale applications, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

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