West Kilbride, North Ayrshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near West Kilbride, North Ayrshire.
North Ayrshire · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in West Kilbride are administered by North Ayrshire Council. View the full North Ayrshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About West Kilbride
West Kilbride is a picturesque village and historic parish located in North Ayrshire, Scotland, along the scenic west coast by the Firth of Clyde. With stunning views of Goat Fell and the Isle of Arran, it forms part of a small town, including the nearby areas of Seamill and Portencross, collectively housing a population of 4,393 as of the 2001 census. This charming locale may present various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its blend of historical significance and natural beauty.
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Area Information
- Admin district: North Ayrshire
- Parliamentary constituency: North Ayrshire and Arran
- LSOA: Fairlie and Rural - 03
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near West Kilbride.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near West Kilbride.
- 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 West Kilbride based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near West Kilbride.
- 26/00368/PP - 15 Avondale Road West Kilbride North Ayrshire KA23 9BJ
Erection of extension to rear of detached dwelling house
Status: Undecided | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2026-05-28 - - 15 Avondale Road West Kilbride North Ayrshire KA23 9BJ
Erection of extension to rear of detached dwelling house
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2026-05-26
View full details - - 6 Portencross Road West Kilbride North Ayrshire KA23 9ES
Conversion of detached garage and erection of linked sunporch extension to rear of detached dwelling house
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2026-04-21
View full details - - 13 Meadowfoot Road West Kilbride North Ayrshire KA23 9BX
Erection of workshop for domestic use in rear curtilage of dwellinghouse to include the installation of gate in existing fence
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2025-12-12
View full details - - 6 Sharlee Wynd West Kilbride North Ayrshire KA23 9FD
Erection of extension to side of dwellinghouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2025-09-05
View full details - - 1 Sharlee Wynd West Kilbride North Ayrshire KA23 9FD
Erection of extension and canopy roof to side of dwellinghouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2025-08-07
View full details - - 13 Corse Street West Kilbride North Ayrshire KA23 9EW
Erection of extension to rear of detached dwelling house
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2025-02-03
View full details - - 9 Drummilling Road West Kilbride North Ayrshire KA23 9BD
Erection of single storey flat roofed extension with roof lantern to rear of detached dwelling house
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2024-09-02
View full details - - 74 Meadowfoot Road West Kilbride Ayrshire KA23 9BY
Erection of single storey extension and decking to rear of semi-detached bungalow
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2023-11-30
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A brief summary of West Kilbride in North Ayrshire
West Kilbride is a picturesque village and historic parish located in North Ayrshire, Scotland, along the scenic west coast by the Firth of Clyde. With stunning views of Goat Fell and the Isle of Arran, it forms part of a small town, including the nearby areas of Seamill and Portencross, collectively housing a population of 4,393 as of the 2001 census. This charming locale may present various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its blend of historical significance and natural beauty.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes West Kilbride a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Kilbride 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 West Kilbride
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near West Kilbride. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near West Kilbride may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near West Kilbride were full planning applications (9), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 69% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 9 medium-scale applications, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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- Seamill planning applications
- Meadowfoot planning applications
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- Portencross planning applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.