How long do planning decisions take near Turnberry?

The average planning decision time near Turnberry is 50 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 Turnberry?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Turnberry?

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

How can I track planning applications near Turnberry?

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Turnberry, South Ayrshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Turnberry, South Ayrshire.

South Ayrshire · Scotland · settlement

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About Turnberry

Turnberry is a village located 6 miles north of Girvan in South Ayrshire, Scotland, within the civil parish of Kirkoswald. Known for its prestigious golf resort, which features three courses, the village had a population of 149 in 1991. This charming locality presents unique opportunities for planning applications, particularly in the areas of tourism and leisure development.

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Area Information

Admin district: South Ayrshire
Parliamentary constituency: Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
LSOA: Carrick South - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Turnberry.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Turnberry based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Turnberry.

- Pilgrim Cottage Kirkoswald Road Turnberry South Ayrshire KA26 9LZ
Erection of a dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2026-01-21
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- Telephone Exchange 21 Kirkoswald Road Turnberry South Ayrshire KA26 9LZ
Erection of dwellinghouse and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2024-11-08
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- 4 Turnberry Lodge Road Turnberry South Ayrshire KA26 9LY
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed erection of ancillary outbuilding
Status: Permitted | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2024-05-29
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- Turnberry Hotel Maidens Road Turnberry South Ayrshire KA26 9LT
Alterations to golf course comprising remodelling works to relocate the existing 7th hole to the west of its current position and reinstatement of the 8th tees to the right of the proposed new 7th hol
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2023-11-30
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A brief summary of Turnberry in South Ayrshire

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

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

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Turnberry. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

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

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Turnberry were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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