Sandwell ranks #104 out of 282 councils for householder decision speed. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (90%) than the national average (90%).

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Sandwell decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

88%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #152 of 282

90%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #184 of 282

72%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (64%) #104 of 282

33%

Extended time limit

Below avg (40%) #79 of 282

72%

Minor dwellings approved

43 decided (1-9 homes)

94%

Major dwellings approved

17 decided (10+ homes)

83%

Change of use approved

52 decided

935

Total decisions

114 refused in 2025

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