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Planning in Selkirk

Approved
100%
18 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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About Selkirk

Selkirk, a historic royal burgh in the Scottish Borders of southeastern Scotland, is situated along the Ettrick Water, a tributary of the River Tweed. Known for its cobbling heritage, the residents of Selkirk are referred to as Souters. As of the 2011 census, the town had a population of 5,784, making it a small yet significant community for those researching planning applications in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Selkirk 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 Selkirk 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, Selkirk 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 Selkirk, 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, 54 planning applications were submitted near Selkirk. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (14), full planning applications (9), outline applications (5).

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 5 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Selkirk?
In the last 24 months, 54 planning applications were submitted near Selkirk. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Selkirk?
The average planning decision time near Selkirk is 94 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 Selkirk?
The planning approval rate near Selkirk is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Selkirk?
The most common type of planning application near Selkirk is listed building consent applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Selkirk?
You can search and track planning applications near Selkirk on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.