North West Leicestershire is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #217 out of 292. 53% of applications have the time limit extended, above the 40% national average. 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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North West Leicestershire decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

94%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #42 of 292

97%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #33 of 292

54%

Decided in 8 weeks

Below avg (64%) #217 of 292

53%

Extended time limit

Above avg (40%) #243 of 292

80%

Minor dwellings approved

85 decided (1-9 homes)

100%

Major dwellings approved

13 decided (10+ homes)

100%

Change of use approved

35 decided

540

Total decisions

31 refused in 2025