How long do planning decisions take near Wiston Mains?

The average planning decision time near Wiston Mains is 49 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 Wiston Mains?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Wiston Mains?

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

How can I track planning applications near Wiston Mains?

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Wiston Mains, South Lanarkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wiston Mains, South Lanarkshire.

South Lanarkshire · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Wiston Mains are administered by South Lanarkshire Council. View the full South Lanarkshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Scottish Borders
Parliamentary constituency: Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
LSOA: Broughton to Tweedsmuir

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wiston Mains.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wiston Mains based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Wiston Mains.

- Wiston Hall Millrig Road Biggar ML12 6HT
Renovation and external alterations including roof and wall cladding, replacement windows, ground mounted heat pump and associated works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2026-02-10
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- Land 490M Southwest Of Westburn Millrig Road Wiston Biggar South Lanarkshire
Upgrading of existing agricultural track to accommodate access for forestry maintenance / management and formation of hardstanding area. (prior notification - private way)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2024-03-22
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A brief summary of Wiston Mains in South Lanarkshire

Wiston Mains is a settlement located in South Lanarkshire, Scotland.

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

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

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Wiston Mains. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

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

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wiston Mains were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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