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Planning in Ayton Castle

Only 7 decisions near Ayton Castle in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ayton Castle in the last 24 months, from Scottish Borders Council's planning register.

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About Ayton Castle

Ayton Castle, situated to the east of Ayton in the Scottish Borders, is a striking 19th-century structure built around a medieval tower house, located 9 kilometres northwest of Berwick-upon-Tweed. As the caput of the feudal barony of Ayton, the castle is a Category A listed building, and its grounds are recognized in the Inventory of Gardens and Designed Landscapes in Scotland, highlighting their significance for planning applications and heritage conservation in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ayton Castle 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 (September 2026). This makes Ayton Castle 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, Ayton Castle 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 Ayton Castle, 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, 11 planning applications were submitted near Ayton Castle.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (1).

6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ayton Castle?
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Ayton Castle.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ayton Castle?
The most common type of planning application near Ayton Castle is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ayton Castle?
You can search and track planning applications near Ayton Castle on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.