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Planning in Peebles

Only 6 decisions near Peebles in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Peebles

Peebles, located in the Scottish Borders, is a historic town that once served as a royal burgh and the county town of Peeblesshire. With a population of approximately 9,000 as of mid-2018, it offers a vibrant community that may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Peebles 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 Peebles 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, Peebles 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 Peebles, 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, 118 planning applications were submitted near Peebles.

The most common types were tree works (19), outline applications (9), listed building and heritage (7).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Peebles?
In the last 24 months, 118 planning applications were submitted near Peebles.
What types of planning applications are most common near Peebles?
The most common type of planning application near Peebles is tree works applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Peebles?
You can search and track planning applications near Peebles on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.