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Planning in Uphall

Approved
75%
12 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Uphall

Uphall is a village located in West Lothian, Scotland, forming a conurbation with the nearby towns of Broxburn to the east and Dechmont to the west, while the larger town of Livingston lies to the southwest. Situated 30 miles from Glasgow and 14 miles from Edinburgh, Uphall is well-connected in the Scottish Lowlands. The village is also in proximity to the separate villages of Uphall Station and Pumpherston, which are located to the south. This makes Uphall an important area for planning applications, given its strategic location and growth potential.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Uphall 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 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 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, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Uphall. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), tree works (3), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Uphall?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Uphall. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Uphall?
The average planning decision time near Uphall 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 Uphall?
The planning approval rate near Uphall is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Uphall?
The most common type of planning application near Uphall is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Uphall?
You can search and track planning applications near Uphall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.