Change of use planning approval in Southend
Based on decisions in the last 5 years, as of 19 Jun 2026.
Of 174 change of use planning applications decided by Southend in the last 5 years, 62% were approved. This is the council's track record for this kind of work. It is a useful gauge before you apply, not a guarantee for any one application.
Other work in Southend
- Extension : 81% approved (702 decided)
- Rear extension : 82% approved (538 decided)
- Roof / fenestration : 86% approved (269 decided)
- Loft conversion : 82% approved (247 decided)
- Side extension : 80% approved (168 decided)
- Demolition : 84% approved (135 decided)
- Tree work : 89% approved (131 decided)
- Balcony / roof terrace : 83% approved (117 decided)
Method
Approval rate = approved ÷ (approved + refused) over the public planning decisions we hold for Southend, matched to a type of work from the application description. We lead with the last few years so the figure reflects how Southend decides today, with the longer record as context. A rate is only shown once there are enough decided applications for it to be reliable. We publish aggregate figures only, never an individual application or applicant name. Read the full method and limits.
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