Property to rent in Hawick, Scottish Borders
TD9 postcode area · Scottish Borders · pop. 14,000 Get an alert the moment a property is listed — the register is checked against every new listing. Hawick is the largest town in the Scottish Borders with a population of around 14,000. It sits in the valley of the River Teviot and has a proud industrial heritage rooted in textile manufacturing — brands like Pringle of Scotland and Lyle & Scott originated here. The town retains a strong working-class identity, a passionate rugby culture (Hawick RFC is one of Scotland's most storied clubs), and the famous Common Riding festival each June, one of the Borders' great equestrian traditions. The High Street has a traditional feel with local shops, though like many towns it has felt the impact of changing retail patterns. Hawick is the most affordable rental market in the Scottish Borders. Typical asking rents are £375–£500 pcm for a one-bedroom flat, £475–£650 for a two-bedroom property, and £600–£850 for a three-bedroom house — substantially below the central Borders rates and a significant discount on Edinburgh. The housing stock is unusually varied for a town this size: traditional stone tenements and terraces in the centre, inter-war council housing, post-war estates, and modern developments on the edges. Some attractive Victorian villas occupy the higher ground above the town. The mix means there's something at most price points, with very limited demand pressure on the higher end. Demand drivers are shifting fast. Through 2026, Hawick has been the closest town of any size to the Center Parcs Scottish Borders construction site three miles north — a £450 million project employing 750–800 contractors during the build, with around 1,200 permanent jobs once the resort opens in summer 2029. Furnished flats and shared-use properties are already moving more quickly than the longer-term family rental segment. Landlords considering letting should expect strong tenant interest through 2026–2029. Our rent data for Hawick is still maturing. Register for alerts to be the first to hear about matching listings. No current listings in Hawick — set an alert above to be emailed the moment a property is listed. Hawick is the largest town in the Scottish Borders with a population of around 14,000, giving it a different feel from the smaller market towns nearby — more amenities, a busier High Street, and a stronger working community. Schools. Hawick High School serves a wide catchment, including the town itself plus Newcastleton, Denholm and surrounding villages. Drumlanrig St Cuthbert's, Burnfoot, Trinity and Wilton are the town's primaries. The school estate has had recent capital investment. Transport. Hawick is not on a trunk road; the A7 runs through but is mostly single-carriageway. Edinburgh by car takes 80–90 minutes via the A7, and the nearest railway station is Tweedbank — about 40 minutes' drive. Borders Buses connects to Galashiels, Edinburgh and Carlisle, but frequencies are limited. Employment. Historically textiles — brands like Pringle of Scotland, Lyle & Scott and Hawick Knitwear still operate locally. The Borders General Hospital (15 miles north at Melrose) is a major employer for the wider region. The Center Parcs build now adds construction sector demand, and the resort itself will be one of the largest single employers in the southern Borders once operational. Amenities. Morrisons and Aldi supermarkets, a leisure centre with swimming pool, the Borders Distillery, and a strong rugby culture (Hawick RFC plays at Mansfield Park). The Common Riding each June is one of the largest equestrian festivals in southern Scotland. The surrounding Borders moors, Teviot valley and Cheviot foothills are exceptional walking, fishing and cycling country. School catchment maps and term dates: see the Scottish Borders Council schools directory. Hawick is the most affordable rental market in the Scottish Borders. Typical asking rents are £375–£500 for a one-bedroom flat, £475–£650 for a two-bedroom, and £600–£850 for a three-bedroom house. Rents on furnished flats and shared properties have firmed up since the Center Parcs construction phase began. Rents are typically 15–25% lower than in Melrose or Peebles for an equivalent property type. The trade-off is transport: there's no station in Hawick and Edinburgh is around 80–90 minutes by car. For renters who don't need to commute regularly, the value is exceptional. Hawick is the closest town of any size to the Center Parcs Scottish Borders site (about 3 miles north on the A7). Furnished flats and shared houses are increasingly in demand from contractors. The construction phase runs through 2029, with around 1,200 permanent jobs once the resort opens. Hawick High School is the secondary school, with a wide catchment area including the town and several surrounding villages. The town's primaries are Drumlanrig St Cuthbert's, Burnfoot, Trinity and Wilton. Borders Council publishes catchment maps. By car, the A7 north takes 80–90 minutes. Borders Buses runs a roughly hourly service to Edinburgh via Galashiels, taking about 2 hours. The nearest railway station is Tweedbank (40 minutes by car), where the Borders Railway runs to Edinburgh in about 55 minutes. Hawick has a steady supply but listings move quickly, especially furnished flats. Set up an alert and we'll email you the moment a matching property is listed — particularly worthwhile in the current market with Center Parcs demand.No current listings in Hawick
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