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Planning in Bothwell

Approved
98%
81 of 83 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bothwell in the last 24 months, from South Lanarkshire Council's planning register.

Decided by South Lanarkshire CouncilCouncil page

Around Bothwell

Postcode districts

G71 130 applications in the last 12 monthsG72 105 applications in the last 12 monthsML3 156 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Lanarkshire Council

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About Bothwell

Bothwell is a conservation village situated in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, and forms part of the Greater Glasgow area. Located on the north bank of the River Clyde, it is approximately 9 miles east-south-east of Glasgow city centre and borders Uddingston and Hamilton. Notably, in the early 2020s, Bothwell experienced several high-profile gang-related firebomb attacks, which may be relevant for those researching local planning applications and community safety measures.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bothwell 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 Bothwell 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, Bothwell 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 Bothwell, 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, 101 planning applications were submitted near Bothwell. Of these, 98% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (55), outline applications (12), listed building and heritage (9). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bothwell?
In the last 24 months, 101 planning applications were submitted near Bothwell. The approval rate is 98%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bothwell?
The average planning decision time near Bothwell is 82 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Bothwell?
The planning approval rate near Bothwell is 98%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bothwell?
The most common type of planning application near Bothwell is full planning applications, with 55 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bothwell?
You can search and track planning applications near Bothwell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.