Lewisham ranks #118 out of 292 councils for householder decision speed. Householder applications are slightly less likely to be approved here (89%) than the national average (90%).

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Lewisham decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

85%

Overall approval rate

Below avg (87%) #209 of 292

89%

Householder approved

Below avg (90%) #204 of 292

70%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (64%) #118 of 292

31%

Extended time limit

Below avg (40%) #62 of 292

66%

Minor dwellings approved

133 decided (1-9 homes)

93%

Major dwellings approved

14 decided (10+ homes)

66%

Change of use approved

68 decided

1,379

Total decisions

212 refused in 2025

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