Updated 28 May 2026 · 52 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Brentwood
Explore construction leads in Brentwood based on recently published planning applications. See which homeowners are preparing extensions, loft conversions, and new builds, and connect before builders are lined up.
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New Leads (30 Days)
£186,779
Average Project Value
21
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Brentwood
Brentwood features a high proportion of detached and larger semi-detached homes, particularly in areas like Shenfield and Hutton. This leads to a steady stream of larger extensions, loft conversions, and full-scale refurbishments, often with higher budgets than surrounding areas.
Project Type Breakdown
Here's a breakdown of the most common types of construction projects in Brentwood over the past 30 days.
In Brentwood, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (42 of 73 in the last 30 days), with Loft Conversions also showing consistent demand alongside Porches.
Project Value Insights
Understanding typical project values in Brentwood helps you prioritise the most profitable leads and plan your workload effectively.
- £25k – £50kSmaller extensions, porches, and internal alterations
- £50k – £100kRear extensions and loft conversions
- £100k – £250kLarge extensions, refurbishments, and structural upgrades
- £250k+New builds and high-end residential projects
Larger-scale projects are often concentrated in Shenfield, Ingatestone, and Hutton, where property sizes and budgets tend to be higher.
Recent Planning Applications in Brentwood
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Storey Extension | Brentwood | £100k–£250k | Proposed two storey front extension. | Approved |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | Brentwood | £50k–£100k | Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed single storey rear extension with three velux roof windows. | Approved |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | Brentwood | £50k–£100k | Application for a certificate of lawfulness for proposed conversion of garage into habitable space and single storey rear extension. | Refused |
| Rear Extension | Brentwood | £50k–£100k | Roof light to front with hip to gable extension including rear dormer. | Approved |
| Rear Extension | Brentwood | £50k–£100k | Hip to gable roof extension with rear dormer and pitched roof front dormer. | Approved |
Double Storey Extension
Brentwood
Proposed two storey front extension.
Single Storey Rear Extension
Brentwood
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed single storey rear extension with three velux roof windows.
Single Storey Rear Extension
Brentwood
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for proposed conversion of garage into habitable space and single storey rear extension.
Rear Extension
Brentwood
Roof light to front with hip to gable extension including rear dormer.
Rear Extension
Brentwood
Hip to gable roof extension with rear dormer and pitched roof front dormer.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | Brentwood | £50k–£100k | Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed hip to gable loft conversion. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Brentwood | £250k–£1m | Non material amendment to previous application for conversion of dwelling into two separate houses. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Brentwood | £50k–£100k | Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for proposed rear dormer and roof windows, converting loft to habitable space. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Brentwood | £100k–£250k | Remove garage and construct a single storey annex, including a loft conversion with front and rear dormers. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Brentwood | £50k–£100k | Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed loft conversion with rear dormer and skylights. | Approved |
Loft Conversion
Brentwood
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed hip to gable loft conversion.
Loft Conversion
Brentwood
Non material amendment to previous application for conversion of dwelling into two separate houses.
Loft Conversion
Brentwood
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for proposed rear dormer and roof windows, converting loft to habitable space.
Loft Conversion
Brentwood
Remove garage and construct a single storey annex, including a loft conversion with front and rear dormers.
Loft Conversion
Brentwood
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed loft conversion with rear dormer and skylights.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Build | Brentwood | £100k–£250k | Discharge of condition for construction environmental management plan related to a new 4 bedroom dwelling. | Approved |
| Heritage | Brentwood | £100k–£250k | Repairs to fenestration and fabric of property including various restoration works. | Approved |
| New Build | Brentwood | £250k–£1m | Discharge of conditions related to construction management and materials for a previous application. | Approved |
| New Build | Brentwood | Under £25k | Discharge of Condition 3 for materials related to two new 4-bedroom dwellings. | Approved |
| Garden Room | Nine Ashes | £100k–£250k | Demolition of outbuilding and construction of a double storey outbuilding. | Pending |
New Build
Brentwood
Discharge of condition for construction environmental management plan related to a new 4 bedroom dwelling.
Heritage
Brentwood
Repairs to fenestration and fabric of property including various restoration works.
New Build
Brentwood
Discharge of conditions related to construction management and materials for a previous application.
New Build
Brentwood
Discharge of Condition 3 for materials related to two new 4-bedroom dwellings.
Garden Room
Nine Ashes
Demolition of outbuilding and construction of a double storey outbuilding.
Data sourced from Brentwood Borough Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of recent construction opportunities in the Brentwood area.
Proposed two storey front extension
£100k–£250kBrentwood
Proposed two storey front extension.
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed use or development for a proposed removal of chimney, add hip to gable roof extension, rear dormer and 2 front rooflights
£50k–£100kBrentwood
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed hip to gable loft conversion.
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed use or development for the construction of a single storey rear extension with three velux roof windows
£50k–£100kBrentwood
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed single storey rear extension with three velux roof windows.
Non material amendment to application 25/01069/FUL (Demolition of existing conservatory and single garage. Conversion of existing dwelling house into two separate dwelling houses, hip to gable loft conversion, 2 no front dormers and rear dormer, with associated residential curtilage, refuse and cycle storage provision, together with associated residential parking (Part Retrospective) for a new porch canopy added to Unit 1 and Unit 2, fenestration amendments to proposed lounge Unit 1 and Unit 2, and material of hip to gable end revised to render.
£250k–£1mBrentwood
Non material amendment to previous application for conversion of dwelling into two separate houses.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Outcomes in Brentwood
52%
Approved
42%
Pending
6%
Rejected
Most planning applications in Brentwood are approved, meaning a large proportion of these projects go ahead and become real building jobs. This creates strong opportunities for builders who contact homeowners early.
Reaching out while applications are still active helps you get ahead of the pack.
Based on planning application outcomes over the last 3 months.
Planning Approval Times in Brentwood
In Brentwood, most planning applications are decided within 8 weeks. Smaller projects like extensions tend to be approved more quickly, while larger developments can take longer.
Domestic vs Commercial Projects in Brentwood
In Brentwood, the vast majority (81%) of planning applications are domestic projects such as extensions and loft conversions. Commercial developments make up a smaller portion but can offer higher-value opportunities for larger contractors.
Demand for Building Work in Brentwood
Building activity in Brentwood is closely linked to property values and long-term investment. Many homeowners choose to upgrade their current homes to maximise space and value, which brings a consistent flow of mid to high-value residential projects to market.
How to Win Jobs in Brentwood
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Focus on Approved Applications
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Target Higher-Value Projects
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