Maldon ranks #165 out of 292 councils for householder decision speed. 46% of applications have the time limit extended, above the 40% national average. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (91%) than the national average (90%).

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Maldon decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

87%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #166 of 292

91%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #171 of 292

62%

Decided in 8 weeks

Below avg (64%) #165 of 292

46%

Extended time limit

Above avg (40%) #195 of 292

68%

Minor dwellings approved

56 decided (1-9 homes)

25%

Major dwellings approved

4 decided (10+ homes)

75%

Change of use approved

8 decided

394

Total decisions

52 refused in 2025