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Maldon Self-Build Register Data
Since 2016, 42 people have registered interest in self-build here. Maldon has permitted 45 plots.
Part 1 registrations
33
legal duty applies
Part 2 registrations
9
local eligibility
Plots permitted
45
since 2016
Current deficit
0
All demand met
People on Maldon's self build register
Each icon represents one person on the self build register.
People on Maldon's self build register
42
Part 1: 33Part 2: 9
How has demand evolved?
The chart below tracks cumulative Part 1 demand, combined Part 1+2 demand, permissions granted, and the total outstanding demand over time.
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⚠️Errors and inconsistencies in reported demand data
OriginalAdjusted
Summary of Errors Found
- 2017 Total Individuals: The data listed 20 individuals at the end of the period, but starting with 4 (from 2016) and adding 15 results in 19. The 'End of Period' figure was adjusted to 19 to maintain mathematical consistency.
- 2018 Start Discrepancy: The register ended 2017 with 19 individuals but started 2018 with a derived count of 4 (based on End 8 - Added 4). This drop suggests a register reset or removal of entries (likely due to the Local Connection Test introduced in 2018), though no 'Removed' data was provided.
- 2019 Individuals Added: The reported data showed 5 individuals added, but the register jumped from 8 (in 2018) to 15 (in 2019). To satisfy the start/end totals and the reported Part 1/Part 2 breakdown (10 and 5 respectively), the 'Total Individuals Added' was adjusted from 5 to 7 (2 Part 1, 5 Part 2).
- 2020 Total Individuals: The reported 'Total Individuals End of Period' was 11, but the breakdown lists 11 Part 1 and 7 Part 2 individuals, which sums to 18. The Total End was corrected to 18.
- 2020 Individuals Added: Consequently, to reach an end total of 18 from the previous year's 15, the 'Total Individuals Added' was adjusted from 1 to 3.
- Missing Breakdowns (2016-2022): Part 1 and Part 2 breakdowns for 'Added' and 'Start' fields were missing for several years. These were derived based on the available End totals and the sequential flow of the register.
Detailed compliance calculations
The full breakdown of how the deficit is calculated, including how demand carries forward for three years while surplus permissions do not.
Cells highlighted indicate values changed by error adjustments
| Base Period | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 |
| Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
| Part 1 — Individuals Added | 4 | 15 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Part 1 — Groups Added | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Part 1 — Total Added | 4 | 15 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Part 1 — Cumulative | 4 | 19 | 23 | 25 | 26 | 30 | 31 | 33 | 33 |
| Part 2 — Individuals Added | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Part 2 — Groups Added | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Part 2 — Total Added | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Permissions Granted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 4 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 12 |
| Permissions — Cumulative | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 11 | 18 | 23 | 33 | 45 |
| Permissions Matched to Base Period | 7 | 4 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Deficit/Surplus for Base Period | 3 | -11 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 8 | -1 | -2 | 0 |
| Unusable Surplus Permissions | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 10 |
| Outstanding Demand | 0 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
What's happening each year?
Looking at annual data shows whether registration rates are increasing or decreasing, and how permissions compare to new demand each year.
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What policies are in place?
Local authorities can implement various policies that affect self-build. Some restrict who can join the register, while others actively support self-build delivery.
Entry requirements
These policies can limit who is eligible to join the register.
Local connection test
Requires proof of local ties to the area
Financial viability test
Requires proof of ability to complete a build
Registration fee
Charges a fee to join the register
Support measures
Maldon has implemented 4 of 8 possible support measures.
Local Plan general support
Housing mix policy
Percentage policy
Supplementary guidance
Land allocations consideration
Supported specific projects
Housing strategy action
Neighbourhood plan support
Frequently asked questions
Understanding self-build registers and local authority duties.
Under the Self-build and Custom Housebuilding Act 2015, all local authorities in England must maintain a register of individuals and groups who want to build their own homes. The register helps councils understand demand for self-build plots in their area and plan accordingly.
Part 1 includes everyone who meets the basic eligibility criteria (over 18, seeking to acquire land in the area, and a British citizen/EU national with right to reside). Local authorities have a legal duty to grant enough permissions to meet Part 1 demand. Part 2 is optional and councils can apply additional local eligibility tests—such as local connection requirements—to filter applicants. While Part 2 numbers still represent real demand, there's no specific legal duty attached to meeting it.
A base period runs from 31 October to 30 October the following year. The first base period began on 1 April 2016 (when the duty came into force) and ended on 30 October 2016. Councils must count how many people joined Part 1 during each base period, then grant enough "suitable" permissions within 3 years of the end of that base period.
For each base period, we compare the Part 1 demand (registrations) against suitable permissions granted within the 3-year compliance window. If permissions fall short of demand for any base period, that shortfall becomes an outstanding deficit. Importantly, surplus permissions from one period cannot be carried forward to offset deficits from later periods—each base period must be addressed independently.
The legislation refers to granting permissions for "suitable serviced plots of land"—meaning sites with access to connections for electricity, water, and sewerage (or can be provided in a reasonable time). Councils can count permissions they've granted directly, as well as those granted on appeal or through permitted development. The permission doesn't have to be for a council-owned site.
Councils must: (1) maintain the register and allow eligible people to join, (2) have regard to the register when carrying out planning and housing functions, and (3) grant enough suitable permissions to meet the Part 1 demand from each base period within 3 years.
This data comes from Maldon's annual returns published by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC), Freedom of Information requests, and published council documents. We cross-reference multiple sources to verify accuracy and flag any inconsistencies. If you spot an error, please let us know.