South Derbyshire ranks #169 out of 292 councils for householder decision speed. Householder applications are more likely to be approved here than most councils, with a 97% approval rate vs 90% nationally.

More permissive than most councils

97% approved vs 90% nationally

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South Derbyshire decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

94%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #45 of 292

97%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #38 of 292

62%

Decided in 8 weeks

Below avg (64%) #169 of 292

38%

Extended time limit

Below avg (40%) #134 of 292

87%

Minor dwellings approved

89 decided (1-9 homes)

88%

Major dwellings approved

16 decided (10+ homes)

94%

Change of use approved

32 decided

599

Total decisions

37 refused in 2025

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