Winchester ranks #187 out of 282 councils for householder decision speed. 47% of applications have the time limit extended, above the 40% national average. Householder applications are more likely to be approved here than most councils, with a 97% approval rate vs 90% nationally.

More permissive than most councils

97% approved vs 90% nationally

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Winchester decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

93%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #73 of 282

97%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #41 of 282

58%

Decided in 8 weeks

Below avg (64%) #187 of 282

47%

Extended time limit

Above avg (40%) #199 of 282

72%

Minor dwellings approved

67 decided (1-9 homes)

82%

Major dwellings approved

11 decided (10+ homes)

91%

Change of use approved

32 decided

961

Total decisions

64 refused in 2025