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Planning in Yair

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About Yair

Yair, or The Yair, is an estate located in the Scottish Borders, near the River Tweed, approximately 2.5 miles north-west of Selkirk and 28 miles south of Edinburgh. The name originates from an old Scots term for a fish trap, and the estate features Yair House, a category A listed building, alongside the nearby Yair Bridge, which is also designated as category A listed. This area may be of interest for planning applications due to its historical significance and scenic location.

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