South Tyneside ranks #129 out of 292 councils for householder decision speed. 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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South Tyneside decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

96%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #16 of 292

98%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #22 of 292

69%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (64%) #129 of 292

39%

Extended time limit

Below avg (40%) #144 of 292

100%

Minor dwellings approved

4 decided (1-9 homes)

40%

Major dwellings approved

5 decided (10+ homes)

89%

Change of use approved

35 decided

376

Total decisions

16 refused in 2025

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