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Planning in Ayton

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

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

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About Ayton

Ayton is a quaint village in the Scottish Borders, historically part of Berwickshire, situated along the Eye Water, from which its name, meaning 'Eye-town,' is derived. The village features notable landmarks, including a former tollbooth with a clock tower, the Hemelvaart Bier Cafe, and a local village store, making it a charming spot for community and planning initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 600 (2016 estimate). It sits within the Scottish Borders district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ayton 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 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 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, 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.

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?
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Ayton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ayton?
The most common type of planning application near Ayton is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ayton?
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