Preston ranks #127 out of 292 councils for householder decision speed. 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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Preston decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

90%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #117 of 292

97%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #36 of 292

69%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (64%) #127 of 292

45%

Extended time limit

Above avg (40%) #184 of 292

83%

Minor dwellings approved

88 decided (1-9 homes)

81%

Major dwellings approved

26 decided (10+ homes)

90%

Change of use approved

62 decided

682

Total decisions

65 refused in 2025