Ipswich is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #89 out of 282. Householder applications are more likely to be approved here than most councils, with a 98% approval rate vs 90% nationally.

More permissive than most councils

98% approved vs 90% nationally

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Ipswich decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

92%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #82 of 282

98%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #14 of 282

74%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (64%) #89 of 282

38%

Extended time limit

Below avg (40%) #126 of 282

76%

Minor dwellings approved

29 decided (1-9 homes)

100%

Major dwellings approved

6 decided (10+ homes)

80%

Change of use approved

61 decided

442

Total decisions

34 refused in 2025

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