98-home Winchburgh scheme approved

A new housing development has been approved in one of Scotland’s fastest-growing towns as demand for family homes continues to rise.

Miller Homes has secured planning permission for 98 family homes in Winchburgh, West Lothian, as expansion continues across the rapidly growing town.

The development, located near Beatlie Bridge, will feature a mix of three, four and five-bedroom properties alongside new roads and landscaping.

Situated less than half a mile from the M9 motorway connection, the scheme aims to appeal to families and commuters seeking access to Edinburgh, Falkirk and Stirling.

Arthur Mann, regional land director for Miller Homes Scotland West, said: “The acquisition of this land represents a significant opportunity to support the continued growth of the West Lothian community and marks an important step in the delivery of a high-quality neighbourhood for future residents.

“West Lothian continues to grow in popularity with homebuyers, offering the benefits of strong local amenities alongside convenient access to nearby cities. 

“Through this development, we look forward to delivering our energy-efficient homes in a location that provides an excellent balance of connectivity, community and a strong lifestyle for families.”

John Hamilton, chief executive of Winchburgh Developments Ltd. (WDL), which leads the masterplan for Winchburgh, added: “We are delighted to welcome back Miller Homes to develop a key area in Winchburgh and establish high-quality housing. 

“Developing this site represents an excellent opportunity to create a beautiful neighbourhood in the north-east part of the community, which is close to the emerging town centre that boasts Winchburgh Marina at its heart.”

Winchburgh’s population is expected to more than double over the next decade, growing from around 6500 to 14,500 residents.

The wider community has seen significant investment in recent years, including new schools, a marina, retail amenities and public green spaces such as Auldcathie Park.

More than 320 new homes and apartments were occupied in the town during 2025 alone.

John added: “We do things differently here. 

“It’s infrastructure first, followed by new homes, ensuring a quality of life that is both desirable for people moving here and an improvement for those who have called Winchburgh home for a while.

“Experience tells us that creating a community – especially on this scale – is not just about constructing a healthy mix of residential and business premises but ensuring that alongside the housing and shops are excellent leisure facilities, the best-equipped schools, and an environment that encourages people to strike a positive work-life balance and lead a healthy lifestyle.”

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