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Planning in St Boswells

Only 7 decisions near St Boswells in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About St Boswells

St Boswells is a charming village located on the south bank of the River Tweed in the Scottish Borders, approximately 1 mile southeast of Newtown St Boswells along the A68 road. Nestled within the historic county of Roxburghshire, it offers a unique blend of rural character and accessibility, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the St Boswells 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 (February 2026). This makes St Boswells 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, St Boswells 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 St Boswells, 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, 33 planning applications were submitted near St Boswells.

The most common types were tree works (8), outline applications (5), full planning applications (1).

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 St Boswells?
In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near St Boswells.
What types of planning applications are most common near St Boswells?
The most common type of planning application near St Boswells is tree works applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near St Boswells?
You can search and track planning applications near St Boswells on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.