Newcastle upon Tyne is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #204 out of 292. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (96%) than the national average (90%).

Slower than most councils

for householder decisions

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Newcastle upon Tyne decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

92%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #87 of 292

96%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #57 of 292

56%

Decided in 8 weeks

Below avg (64%) #204 of 292

44%

Extended time limit

Above avg (40%) #174 of 292

89%

Minor dwellings approved

38 decided (1-9 homes)

94%

Major dwellings approved

17 decided (10+ homes)

71%

Change of use approved

62 decided

910

Total decisions

70 refused in 2025

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