How long do planning decisions take near Stoneyburn?

The average planning decision time near Stoneyburn is 67 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 Stoneyburn?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Stoneyburn?

The most common type of planning application near Stoneyburn is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stoneyburn?

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Stoneyburn, West Lothian Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stoneyburn, West Lothian.

West Lothian · Scotland · settlement

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About Stoneyburn

Stoneyburn is a village in West Lothian, Scotland, known for its historical significance as a former coal mining site. With a population of approximately 2,000 residents as of 2022, the village spans about 1.5 miles along the B7015, connecting it to nearby towns such as Bathgate, Whitburn, Addiewell, and Blackburn. This growing community presents potential opportunities for planning applications, particularly in housing and local development.

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Area Information

Admin district: West Lothian
Parliamentary constituency: Bathgate and Linlithgow
LSOA: Whitburn Lomond Crescent

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stoneyburn.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stoneyburn based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Stoneyburn.

- 10 Elizabeth Gardens Stoneyburn West Lothian EH47 8BP
Extension to house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Lothian | Date: 2025-07-10
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A brief summary of Stoneyburn in West Lothian

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

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Planning Activity in Stoneyburn

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Stoneyburn. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

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

At 67 days on average, decisions near Stoneyburn slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Stoneyburn were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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