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Planning in Upper Badcall

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About Upper Badcall

Upper Badcall is a crofting township located on the western shore of Badcall Bay in the Highland council area of Sutherland, Scotland. It is the larger of two hamlets, with Lower Badcall situated less than a mile to the east on the bay's opposite shore. This remote area may have unique planning opportunities and challenges due to its coastal location and rural character.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Upper Badcall 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 Upper Badcall 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, Upper Badcall 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 Upper Badcall, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.