Merton ranks #160 out of 282 councils for householder decision speed. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (91%) than the national average (90%).

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Merton decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

88%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #146 of 282

91%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #166 of 282

62%

Decided in 8 weeks

Below avg (64%) #160 of 282

37%

Extended time limit

Below avg (40%) #115 of 282

61%

Minor dwellings approved

90 decided (1-9 homes)

100%

Major dwellings approved

9 decided (10+ homes)

68%

Change of use approved

28 decided

1,126

Total decisions

139 refused in 2025

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