Breckland is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #45 out of 292. 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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Breckland decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

84%

Overall approval rate

Below avg (87%) #217 of 292

98%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #8 of 292

79%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (64%) #45 of 292

36%

Extended time limit

Below avg (40%) #106 of 292

54%

Minor dwellings approved

170 decided (1-9 homes)

90%

Major dwellings approved

21 decided (10+ homes)

100%

Change of use approved

1 decided

799

Total decisions

128 refused in 2025

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