Woodhead (AB53), Aberdeenshire Planning Applications

Woodhead of Fyvie, commonly known as Woodhead, is a historic hamlet located in the Formartine area of Aberdeenshire, Scotland, east of Fyvie and near the upper River Ythan. This quaint settlement has roots as an ancient royal burgh, evidenced by a 1723 reference to a stone tolbooth and cross, alongside a 1765 map that depicts a thriving community centered around a mercat cross, contrasting with the smaller cluster of houses in Fyvie at that time.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Woodhead 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, Woodhead 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 Woodhead, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.