How long do planning decisions take near Uphall Station?

The average planning decision time near Uphall Station is 85 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 Uphall Station?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Uphall Station?

The most common type of planning application near Uphall Station is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Uphall Station?

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Uphall Station, West Lothian Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Uphall Station, West Lothian.

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Planning applications in Uphall Station are administered by West Lothian Council. View the full West Lothian Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Uphall Station

Uphall Station is a village in West Lothian, Scotland, named after the nearby town of Uphall due to its railway station situated on the village's northeast edge. Located southeast of Uphall and Broxburn, and north of Pumpherston, it is conveniently positioned just a quarter-mile from the M8, a key transport route linking Greenock and Edinburgh. The village also hosts an annual gala day, typically in June, adding to its community charm.

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Area Information

Admin district: West Lothian
Parliamentary constituency: Livingston
LSOA: Livingston Dedridge Herald, Falconer and Almondvale Centre

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Uphall Station.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Uphall Station based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Uphall Station in West Lothian

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

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Planning Activity in Uphall Station

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Uphall Station. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

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

The average decision period of 85 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Uphall Station were full planning applications (8), outline applications (1), telecoms (1). Full planning applications account for 73% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 6 medium-scale applications, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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