Ashford is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #44 out of 282. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (91%) than the national average (90%).

Faster than most councils

for householder decisions

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Ashford decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

87%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #156 of 282

91%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #157 of 282

79%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (64%) #44 of 282

39%

Extended time limit

Below avg (40%) #132 of 282

71%

Minor dwellings approved

109 decided (1-9 homes)

79%

Major dwellings approved

19 decided (10+ homes)

89%

Change of use approved

36 decided

1,007

Total decisions

129 refused in 2025

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