Preston ranks #118 out of 296 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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Preston decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, the year to March 2026

92%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #90 of 296

98%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #21 of 296

71%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (63%) #118 of 296

46%

Extended time limit

Above avg (41%) #202 of 296

86%

Minor dwellings approved

70 decided (1-9 homes)

81%

Major dwellings approved

26 decided (10+ homes)

94%

Change of use approved

63 decided

653

Total decisions

50 refused in the year to March 2026