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Planning in West Ferry

Approved
93%
42 of 44 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around West Ferry

Postcode districts

DD5 244 applications in the last 12 monthsDD4 84 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dundee City Council

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About West Ferry

West Ferry is a settlement located in Dundee City, Scotland.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the West Ferry 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 West Ferry 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, West Ferry 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 West Ferry, 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, 75 planning applications were submitted near West Ferry. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were tree works (14), full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Ferry?
In the last 24 months, 75 planning applications were submitted near West Ferry. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near West Ferry?
The average planning decision time near West Ferry is 62 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 West Ferry?
The planning approval rate near West Ferry is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Ferry?
The most common type of planning application near West Ferry is tree works applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Ferry?
You can search and track planning applications near West Ferry on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.