How long do planning decisions take near Broughton?

The average planning decision time near Broughton is 42 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 Broughton?

The planning approval rate near Broughton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Broughton?

The most common type of planning application near Broughton is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Broughton?

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Broughton, Scottish Borders Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Broughton, Scottish Borders.

Scottish Borders · Scotland · settlement

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About Broughton

Broughton is a picturesque village located in the Tweeddale area of the Scottish Borders, nestled in the historical county of Peeblesshire. Situated along the banks of the Biggar Water, where it meets the River Tweed, Broughton is approximately 7 km east of Biggar and 15 km west of Peebles. This charming community falls within the civil parish of Broughton, Glenholm, and Kilbucho, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and developments.

Population: 306

District: Scottish Borders

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Area Information

Admin district: South Lanarkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
LSOA: Biggar, Symington, Thankerton and Dolphinton - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Broughton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Broughton.

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 Broughton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Broughton.

- Rowan House Old Kirk Brae Broughton Scottish Borders ML12 6HQ
Alterations to garage and extension to driveway
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2025-07-11
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A brief summary of Broughton in Scottish Borders

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Broughton a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Broughton

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Broughton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Broughton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Broughton were outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications was submitted.

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