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Planning in Uphall Station

Approved
79%
11 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 26 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Uphall Station in the last 24 months, from West Lothian Council's planning register.

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Around Uphall Station

Postcode districts

EH54 135 applications in the last 12 monthsEH52 121 applications in the last 12 monthsEH53 52 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: West Lothian Council

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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.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Uphall Station area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Uphall Station a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Uphall Station 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Uphall Station, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Uphall Station. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 182 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), telecoms (1), advertising consent (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Uphall Station?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Uphall Station. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Uphall Station?
The average planning decision time near Uphall Station is 182 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 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 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?
You can search and track planning applications near Uphall Station on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.