How long do planning decisions take near Walston?

The average planning decision time near Walston is 112 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 Walston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Walston?

The most common type of planning application near Walston is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Walston?

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Walston, South Lanarkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Walston, South Lanarkshire.

South Lanarkshire · Scotland · settlement

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About Walston

Walston is a quaint hamlet located in the heart of the Black Mount area of South Lanarkshire, Scotland. Its rural setting offers a unique blend of natural beauty and community charm, making it an interesting area for planning applications related to residential or agricultural development.

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Area Information

Admin district: South Lanarkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Motherwell, Wishaw and Carluke
LSOA: Forth, Braehead and Auchengray - 05

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Walston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Walston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Walston.

- Walston Parish Church Ogscastle Road Walston Lanark South Lanarkshire ML11 8NF
Replacement of windows and associated alterations to B listed building
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2025-10-27
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- Copathe Ogscastle Road Walston Lanark ML11 8NF
Erection of single-storey extension and conversion of garage to habitable accommodation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2024-04-24
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- Medwyn 1 Ogscastle Road Walston Lanark ML11 8NF
Conversion of integral double garage to form a playroom
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2017-03-28
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- Walston Parish Church Ogscastle Road Walston Biggar ML11 8NF
External and internal alterations to former church including the removal of the pulpit and pews (Listed Building Consent)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2012-08-21
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- Walston Parish Church Ogscastle Road Walston Biggar ML11 8NF
Conversion of former church with associated alterations to create dwellinghouse, and formation of car parking.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2012-08-21
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- Wester Walston Cottage Dunsyre
Erection of extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2010-07-07
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A brief summary of Walston in South Lanarkshire

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

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Planning Activity in Walston

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Walston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 112 days.

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

With an average of 112 days, decisions near Walston take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Walston were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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