Borthwick, Midlothian Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Borthwick, Midlothian.
Midlothian · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in Borthwick are administered by Midlothian Council. View the full Midlothian Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Borthwick
Borthwick is a picturesque hamlet and parish located in Midlothian, Scotland, known for its historic 15th-century Borthwick Castle situated to the east of the village. The parish encompasses nearby communities, including Gorebridge and North Middleton, and is in close proximity to Newtongrange within the parish of Newbattle. This area's rich history and proximity to other villages make it a notable location for planning applications and development opportunities.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Midlothian
- Parliamentary constituency: Midlothian
- LSOA: Pathhead and Rural South East Midlothian - 05
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Borthwick.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Borthwick.
- 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 Borthwick based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
82 planning applications found near Borthwick.
- 26/00276/DPP - Borthwick Dene North Middleton Gorebridge EH23 4QZ
Erection of summerhouse
Status: Undecided | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2026-05-20 - - Borthwick Dene North Middleton Gorebridge EH23 4QZ
Erection of summerhouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2026-05-14
View full details - - Torcraik Farm North Middleton Gorebridge EH23 4QX
Partial change of use from agricultural building to dwellinghouse (Class 9); formation of access ramp and associated external alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - Torcraik Farm Borthwick Castle Road North Middleton Gorebridge EH23 4QS
Felling of trees within the Borthwick and Crichton conservation area
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2025-07-24
View full details - - North Middleton Sewage Works Cleuch Road North Middleton Gorebridge
Upgrading of waste water treatment works including installation of washwater booster kiosk, water tank, inlet screen and skip
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2024-11-14
View full details - - Land At Torcraik Farm Borthwick Castle Road North Middleton Gorebridge
Application for planning permission in principle for the erection of 2 dwellinghouses
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2024-01-03
View full details - - Land At Borthwick Farm Cottage Gorebridge
Erection of two dwellinghouses, attached car port, access, parking and associated works
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2022-12-01
View full details - - Borthwick Dene Gorebridge EH23 4QZ
Installation of solar panels
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2022-10-13
View full details - - Borthwick Farmhouse Gorebridge EH23 4QZ
Pruning of trees within Borthwick and Crichton conservation area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2022-10-07
View full details - - Torcraik Farm Borthwick Castle Road North Middleton Gorebridge EH23 4QS
Pruning of trees within Borthwick and Crichton conservation area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2022-09-06
View full details - - Torcraik Farm Borthwick Castle Road North Middleton Gorebridge EH23 4QS
Change of use from agricultural land and formation of outdoor riding area
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2022-07-20
View full details - - Land At Borthwick Farm Cottage Gorebridge
Erection of two dwellinghouses; car port and associated works (Amendment to design approved in terms of planning permission 18/00673/DPP)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2022-07-04
View full details - - Torcraik Farm Borthwick Castle Road North Middleton Gorebridge EH23 4QS
Felling of trees within Borthwick and Crichton conservation area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2022-06-29
View full details - - Land At Torcraik Farm Borthwick Castle Road North Middleton Gorebridge
Demolition of building (part-retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2022-06-27
View full details - - Torcraik Farm Borthwick Castle Road North Middleton Gorebridge EH23 4QS
Felling of trees within Borthwick and Crichton conservation area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2022-06-23
View full details - - Borthwick Parish Church North Middleton Gorebridge
Change of use from church to dwellinghouse and installation of security equipment
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2022-05-17
View full details - - Borthwick Farmhouse Gorebridge EH23 4QZ
Change of use from former agricultural building to form habitable accommodation ancillary to the existing house; erection of two storey extension; external alterations; installation of replacement roo
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2022-03-25
View full details - - Borthwick Farm Cottage Gorebridge EH23 4QZ
Alterations to workshop including; installation of timber cladding; installation of replacement windows and door and erection of handrail
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2022-03-07
View full details - - Borthwick Farm Cottage Gorebridge EH23 4QZ
Installation of replacement windows, doors and garage doors; and formation of glazed screen within existing garage door opening
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2021-05-27
View full details - - Land North of Borthwick Grange Gorebridge
Pruning of tree within Borthwick and Crichton conservation area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Midlothian | Date: 2020-12-08
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A brief summary of Borthwick in Midlothian
Borthwick is a picturesque hamlet and parish located in Midlothian, Scotland, known for its historic 15th-century Borthwick Castle situated to the east of the village. The parish encompasses nearby communities, including Gorebridge and North Middleton, and is in close proximity to Newtongrange within the parish of Newbattle. This area's rich history and proximity to other villages make it a notable location for planning applications and development opportunities.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Borthwick a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Borthwick 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 Borthwick
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Borthwick. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Borthwick may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 66 days on average, decisions near Borthwick slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Borthwick were full planning applications (7), tree works (3). Full planning applications account for 64% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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- Crichton planning applications
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.