Homes on Braeside Place, Reddingmuirhead, will face a lower risk of flooding after improvement works were completed in August.

The £30,000 scheme followed an in-depth flood study that identified a straightforward, effective fix for a long-standing issue affecting a small number of properties.

During intense rainfall, water from surrounding land had been pooling at the lowest point of Braeside Place, raising the likelihood of flooding for nearby homes.

As part of the project, a raised earth bank within the grounds of Braes High School was removed so water can follow a more natural route into the nearby burn rather than gathering close to properties.

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The solution stemmed from a council-commissioned flood study undertaken after several incidents in recent years. Modelling indicated the changes would substantially cut flood depths and help stop water entering homes during severe downpours.

Councillor Bryan Deakin, spokesperson for Climate Change, said: "Residents have experienced flooding here on a number of occasions, so we're pleased to have completed these works.

"This relatively small investment should make a real difference by allowing water to drain away more effectively during heavy rainfall.

"This is a good example of how targeted improvements, based on detailed evidence, can help protect homes and give residents greater peace of mind."

The project is part of Falkirk Council's ongoing efforts to reduce flood risk and boost resilience to increasingly frequent heavy rain. A new scheme now allows residents and businesses to apply for a subsidy of up to £1,000 towards selected property flood-resilience products, helping to lower upfront costs and limit damage during severe weather.