Tamworth is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #231 out of 292. 50% 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 99% approval rate vs 90% nationally.

More permissive than most councils

99% approved vs 90% nationally

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Tamworth decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

95%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #28 of 292

99%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #6 of 292

52%

Decided in 8 weeks

Below avg (64%) #231 of 292

50%

Extended time limit

Above avg (40%) #228 of 292

60%

Minor dwellings approved

5 decided (1-9 homes)

100%

Major dwellings approved

1 decided (10+ homes)

81%

Change of use approved

16 decided

155

Total decisions

7 refused in 2025