How long do planning decisions take near Thorntonloch?

The average planning decision time near Thorntonloch is 60 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 Thorntonloch?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Thorntonloch?

The most common type of planning application near Thorntonloch is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Thorntonloch?

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Thorntonloch, East Lothian Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Thorntonloch, East Lothian.

East Lothian · Scotland · settlement

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Area Information

Admin district: East Lothian
Parliamentary constituency: Lothian East
LSOA: East Linton and Rural - 06

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Thorntonloch.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Thorntonloch based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Thorntonloch.

- 25 Thorntonloch Holdings Innerwick Dunbar EH42 1QS
Extensions to house, formation of first floor roof terrace with balustrading, raised terrace with steps and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2024-12-23
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A brief summary of Thorntonloch in East Lothian

Thorntonloch is a settlement located in East Lothian, Scotland.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Thorntonloch 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 Thorntonloch

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Thorntonloch. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

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

At 60 days on average, decisions near Thorntonloch slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Thorntonloch were full planning applications (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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