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Planning in Stow

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

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

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About Stow

Stow, a village in the Scottish Borders of Scotland, is located 7 miles north of Galashiels and had a population of 718 according to the 2011 Census. The village is accessible via Stow railway station, making it an important consideration for planning applications in the area, particularly for developments related to transport and housing. The settlement has a population of approximately 700 (2016 estimate). It sits within the Scottish Borders district.

Stow sits at an elevation of 180 metres above sea level. The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stow 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 Stow 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, Stow 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 Stow, 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, 14 planning applications were submitted near Stow.

The most common types were tree works (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stow?
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Stow.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stow?
The most common type of planning application near Stow is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stow?
You can search and track planning applications near Stow on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.