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Planning in Hawick

Only 5 decisions near Hawick in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Hawick

Hawick, the largest town in Roxburghshire, is nestled in the heart of Teviotdale within the Scottish Borders council area. Located approximately 10 miles southwest of Jedburgh and 8.9 miles southeast of Selkirk, it is one of Scotland's most inland towns, positioned at the confluence of the Slitrig Water and the River Teviot. This strategic location makes Hawick a key area for planning applications, particularly for developments that cater to the local community and surrounding regions.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hawick 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 (May 2026). This makes Hawick 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, Hawick 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 Hawick, 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, 46 planning applications were submitted near Hawick.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hawick?
In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near Hawick.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hawick?
The most common type of planning application near Hawick is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hawick?
You can search and track planning applications near Hawick on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.