How long do planning decisions take near St Boswells?

The average planning decision time near St Boswells is 119 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 St Boswells?

The planning approval rate near St Boswells is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

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 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near St Boswells?

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St Boswells, Scottish Borders Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near St Boswells, Scottish Borders.

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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.

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Area Information

Admin district: Scottish Borders
Parliamentary constituency: Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk
LSOA: Melrose - Dingleton Apartments and Around

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near St Boswells.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near St Boswells.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for St Boswells based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near St Boswells.

- Solton 2 The Green St Boswells Melrose Scottish Borders TD6 0ET
Work to tree
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2026-05-05
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- Rosebay The Green St Boswells Melrose Scottish Borders TD6 0ET
Demolition of dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2026-04-03
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- Sylvanlea St Boswells Melrose Scottish Borders TD6 0EW
Demolition of dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2026-01-16
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- Slaters Yard Off Charlesfield Road St Boswells Scottish Borders TD6 0HG
Erection of child care residence
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2006-11-23
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- Slaters Yard Off Charlesfield Road St Boswells Scottish Borders TD6 0HG
Erection of office and storage shed
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2006-11-22
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- Slaters Yard Off Charlesfield Road St Boswells Melrose Scottish Borders TD6 0HG
Erection of two dwellinghouses
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2004-07-26
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A brief summary of St Boswells in Scottish Borders

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes St Boswells a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in St Boswells

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near St Boswells. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 119 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near St Boswells may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 119 days, decisions near St Boswells take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near St Boswells were tree works (3), full planning applications (2), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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