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Planning in Windyknowe

Approved
74%
42 of 53 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Windyknowe

Postcode districts

EH48 138 applications in the last 12 monthsEH47 71 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: West Lothian Council

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About Windyknowe

Windyknowe is a settlement located in West Lothian, Scotland.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Windyknowe 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 Windyknowe 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, Windyknowe 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 Windyknowe, 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, 70 planning applications were submitted near Windyknowe. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (28), amendments (7), advertising consent (7).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Windyknowe?
In the last 24 months, 70 planning applications were submitted near Windyknowe. The approval rate is 74%.
How long do planning decisions take near Windyknowe?
The average planning decision time near Windyknowe is 64 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 Windyknowe?
The planning approval rate near Windyknowe is 74%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Windyknowe?
The most common type of planning application near Windyknowe is full planning applications, with 28 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Windyknowe?
You can search and track planning applications near Windyknowe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.