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Planning in Skirling

No decisions near Skirling in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Skirling

Skirling, located in Peeblesshire within the Scottish Borders, is a charming village and community council area situated approximately 2.5 miles east of Biggar in Lanarkshire. The village is bordered to the south by Biggar Water, a tributary of the River Tweed, and shares its eastern boundary with the Broughton parish. To the north lies the parish of Kirkurd, while Spittal Burn delineates much of its western boundary with Lanarkshire, making it a unique area for those interested in local planning applications and development opportunities.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Skirling 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 Skirling 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, Skirling 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 Skirling, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Skirling.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Skirling?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Skirling.
What types of planning applications are most common near Skirling?
The most common type of planning application near Skirling is listed building consent applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Skirling?
You can search and track planning applications near Skirling on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.