Updated 25 June 2026 · 67 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Tendring
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Planning data sourced from Tendring District Council records and updated regularly.
67
New Leads (30 Days)
£123,694
Average Project Value
17
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Tendring
Tendring covers a stretch of the Essex coast from Harwich down to Clacton-on-Sea, with Frinton and Walton-on-the-Naze sitting in between. The housing stock varies considerably — Victorian terraces in the seafront towns, post-war semis across larger estates in Clacton, and a scattering of detached properties in villages like Manningtree and Lawford. Renovation and refurbishment work comes through regularly, particularly on older terraced houses that need structural updating. Rear extensions and garage conversions are also common across the semi-detached belt.
Project Type Breakdown
A summary of construction project types coming through Tendring District Council planning records recently.
In Tendring, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (49 of 75 in the last 30 days), with Garden Rooms also showing consistent demand alongside Heritages.
Project Value Insights
Project values in Tendring tend to sit below the Essex average, but volume is consistent and competition is lower than in urban areas closer to London.
- £15k – £40kPorches, small extensions, and basic refurbishments
- £40k – £80kRear extensions, loft conversions, and full kitchen/bathroom refits
- £80k – £200kDouble-storey extensions and larger property refurbishments
- £200k+New builds and commercial-to-residential conversions
Higher-value projects tend to come from Manningtree, Lawford, and the northern part of the district, where detached homes and larger plots are more typical than on the coastal strip.
Recent Planning Applications in Tendring
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extension | Walton on the Naze | £250k–£1m | Extension and alteration to existing retail premises to provide a new restaurant. | Approved |
| Extension | Clacton-on-Sea | £50k–£100k | Proposed conversion of garage and flat roof extension to form annex accommodation. | Approved |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | Harwich | £50k–£100k | Application for lawful development certificate for a 4m deep rear single storey extension. | Approved |
| Side Extension | Clacton-on-Sea | £100k–£250k | Proposed side infill extension, conversion of conservatory and part of garage to habitable space, revised roof form, and external alterations including new and replacement bay windows. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | Bradfield | £50k–£100k | Construction of new single storey side and rear extensions following demolition of existing extensions. | Approved |
Extension
Walton on the Naze
Extension and alteration to existing retail premises to provide a new restaurant.
Extension
Clacton-on-Sea
Proposed conversion of garage and flat roof extension to form annex accommodation.
Single Storey Rear Extension
Harwich
Application for lawful development certificate for a 4m deep rear single storey extension.
Side Extension
Clacton-on-Sea
Proposed side infill extension, conversion of conservatory and part of garage to habitable space, revised roof form, and external alterations including new and replacement bay windows.
Wrap-Around Extension
Bradfield
Construction of new single storey side and rear extensions following demolition of existing extensions.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | Clacton-on-Sea | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion with dormer windows for additional living space. | Pending |
Loft Conversion
Clacton-on-Sea
Loft conversion with dormer windows for additional living space.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Build | Harwich | £250k–£1m | Planning application for the erection of one self-build dwelling. | Approved |
| Heritage | Beaumont-cum-Moze | £25k–£50k | Reinstatement of garden wall. | Approved |
| Heritage | Frinton-on-Sea | Under £25k | Discharge of conditions application for fenestration details and heritage. | Pending |
| Garden Room | Little Clacton | £25k–£50k | Retention of shed/workshop for machinery storage and temporary caravan. | Approved |
| Dropped Kerb | Harwich | £25k–£50k | Planning application for vehicle access and a block paved parking area. | Approved |
New Build
Harwich
Planning application for the erection of one self-build dwelling.
Heritage
Beaumont-cum-Moze
Reinstatement of garden wall.
Heritage
Frinton-on-Sea
Discharge of conditions application for fenestration details and heritage.
Garden Room
Little Clacton
Retention of shed/workshop for machinery storage and temporary caravan.
Dropped Kerb
Harwich
Planning application for vehicle access and a block paved parking area.
Planning data sourced from Tendring District Council records and updated regularly.
Featured Projects
A selection of recent planning applications from across the Tendring district.
Planning Application - Extension and alteration to existing retail premises to provide a new restaurant including two-storey and single-storey rear extension, insertion of windows and creation of outside eating area.
£250k–£1mWalton on the Naze
Extension and alteration to existing retail premises to provide a new restaurant.
Householder Planning Application - Proposed conversion of garage and flat roof extension to form annex accommodation.
£50k–£100kClacton-on-Sea
Proposed conversion of garage and flat roof extension to form annex accommodation.
Application for Lawful Development Certificate for Proposed Use or Development for 4m deep rear single storey extension. Rear access is available and no amendments to street or any public access to accommodate build.
£50k–£100kHarwich
Application for lawful development certificate for a 4m deep rear single storey extension.
Planning Application - Erection of one self-build dwelling
£250k–£1mHarwich
Planning application for the erection of one self-build dwelling.
Recent applications from across the district — most still in early stages.
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28%
Approved
67%
Pending
5%
Rejected
In Tendring, 28% of planning applications are approved, 67% are still pending, and 5% are rejected. Contacting homeowners early gives you the best chance of winning work.
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Based on planning application outcomes over the last 3 months.
Planning Approval Times in Tendring
In Tendring, 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 Tendring
In Tendring, the vast majority (91%) 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 Tendring
Property prices in Tendring are lower than much of Essex, which changes the economics of building decisions. For homeowners who have been in their properties for years and seen values rise, spending on improvements makes financial sense without the disruption of moving. There is also a consistent thread of holiday and rental property upgrades along the coastal strip, which brings in refurbishment and conversion work that other districts see less of.
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