How long do planning decisions take near Gordon?

The average planning decision time near Gordon is 69 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 Gordon?

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

How can I track planning applications near Gordon?

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Gordon, Scottish Borders Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gordon, Scottish Borders.

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About Gordon

Gordon is a village located in the Scottish Borders, within the historic county of Berwickshire. Situated at the intersection of the A6105 and A6089 roads, it lies 6 miles east of Earlston and 4 miles west of Greenlaw, making it a key junction for transportation in the region. This strategic location may influence planning applications related to infrastructure and development in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Scottish Borders
Parliamentary constituency: Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk
LSOA: Gordon and Huntlywood

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gordon.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gordon based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Gordon.

- 40 Glebe Park Gordon Scottish Borders TD3 6LP
Vehicle access application to drop kerbs
Status: Undecided | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2026-02-27
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- 20 Murrayfield Gordon Scottish Borders TD3 6LW
Vehicle Access Application
Status: Permitted | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2026-01-07
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A brief summary of Gordon in Scottish Borders

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

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Planning Activity in Gordon

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Gordon. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

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

At 69 days on average, decisions near Gordon slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

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