Waverley ranks #116 out of 292 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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Waverley decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

87%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #181 of 292

91%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #181 of 292

71%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (64%) #116 of 292

34%

Extended time limit

Below avg (40%) #93 of 292

71%

Minor dwellings approved

164 decided (1-9 homes)

65%

Major dwellings approved

20 decided (10+ homes)

69%

Change of use approved

16 decided

1,377

Total decisions

175 refused in 2025