How long do planning decisions take near Wallyford?

The average planning decision time near Wallyford is 39 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 Wallyford?

The planning approval rate near Wallyford is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wallyford?

The most common type of planning application near Wallyford is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wallyford?

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Wallyford, East Lothian Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wallyford, East Lothian.

East Lothian · Scotland · settlement

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About Wallyford

Wallyford is a town located near Musselburgh, approximately seven miles east of Edinburgh, in East Lothian, Scotland. Its proximity to these urban centres makes it a key area for potential planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: East Lothian
Parliamentary constituency: Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
LSOA: Musselburgh West - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wallyford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wallyford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Wallyford.

- 1 Wallace Crescent Wallyford East Lothian EH21 8DD
Certificate of lawfulness for garage conversion to form domestic living accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-03-09
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- 35 Ravensheugh Road Musselburgh East Lothian EH21 7PX
Formation of dormers
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-01-27
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- Garden Ground Of 2 Galt Avenue Musselburgh East Lothian
Erection of garage, formation of hardstanding areas
Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-12-12
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- 57A Macbeth Moir Road Musselburgh EH21 8DQ
Erection of fencing
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-05-30
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- 32 Ravensheugh Road Musselburgh East Lothian EH21 7QB
Alterations and extension to building
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2024-12-02
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A brief summary of Wallyford in East Lothian

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

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

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Wallyford. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Wallyford.

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wallyford were full planning applications (9), outline applications (2), advertising consent (2). Full planning applications account for 64% 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, 2 medium-scale applications, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

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