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Planning in Broughton

No decisions near Broughton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 306. It sits within the Scottish Borders district.

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

The most common types were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Broughton?
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Broughton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Broughton?
The most common type of planning application near Broughton is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Broughton?
You can search and track planning applications near Broughton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.