How long do planning decisions take near Craik?

The average planning decision time near Craik is 34 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 Craik?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Craik?

The most common type of planning application near Craik is other, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Craik?

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Craik, Scottish Borders Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Craik, Scottish Borders.

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About Craik

Craik is a quaint hamlet nestled within Craik Forest, located alongside the Airhouse Burn in the picturesque Scottish Borders. Situated near Roberton, this serene area offers a unique blend of natural beauty and rural charm, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Scottish Borders
Parliamentary constituency: Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk
LSOA: Bedrule Chesters and Bonchester Bridge

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Craik.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Craik based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Craik.

- Woodland East Of Craik Farm Hawick Scottish Borders
Erection of tool storage shed
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2026-02-20
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A brief summary of Craik in Scottish Borders

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

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Planning Activity in Craik

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Craik. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

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

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Craik were other applications (1).

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