Updated 28 May 2026 · 123 new leads in the last 30 days

Construction Leads in Thurrock

Explore construction leads in Thurrock by tracking newly submitted planning applications. See which homeowners are preparing extensions, loft conversions, and new builds, and reach out before they start speaking to multiple builders.

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Data sourced from Thurrock Council planning records and refreshed regularly.

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New Leads (30 Days)

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Average Project Value

High Value Projects

Over £100k

Extensions

Most Common Project

Construction Trends in Thurrock

Thurrock includes a large number of semi-detached and terraced properties, particularly across areas like Grays and South Ockendon. This drives a steady flow of rear extensions, loft conversions, and garage conversions as homeowners look to create more usable space within existing layouts.

Project Type Breakdown

Here's a breakdown of the most common types of construction projects in Thurrock over the past 30 days.

Extension

Loft Conversion

Porch

Garden Room

Garage Conversion

New Build

Heritage

Dropped Kerb

In Thurrock, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (96 of 165 in the last 30 days), with Loft Conversions also showing consistent demand alongside Porches.

Project Value Insights

Understanding typical project values in Thurrock helps you prioritise the most profitable leads and plan your workload effectively.

£25k – £50kGarage conversions, garden rooms, and smaller extensions
£50k – £100kRear extensions and loft conversions
£100k – £250kDouble-storey extensions and larger refurbishments
£250k+New builds and major structural projects

Higher-value projects are often found in areas such as Orsett, Horndon on the Hill, and parts of North Stifford, where larger homes and bigger budgets are more common.

Recent Planning Applications in Thurrock

Extensions

Project Type	Area	Est. Value	Description	Status
Single Storey Side Extension	South Ockendon	£100k–£250k	Single-storey side extension and change of use of garage to ice-cream preparation facility with storage and office space.	Approved
Wrap-Around Extension	Tilbury	£50k–£100k	Retrospective change of use from dwellinghouse to residential institution with a proposed single-storey rear extension.	Approved
Wrap-Around Extension	Grays	£50k–£100k	Erection of a single storey rear extension with side windows.	Approved
Rear Extension	Grays	£50k–£100k	Rear extension and associated works planned.	Approved
Single Storey Rear Extension	Grays	£50k–£100k	Single storey ground floor rear extension.	Approved

Single Storey Side Extension

South Ockendon

£100k–£250kApproved

Single-storey side extension and change of use of garage to ice-cream preparation facility with storage and office space.

Wrap-Around Extension

Tilbury

£50k–£100kApproved

Retrospective change of use from dwellinghouse to residential institution with a proposed single-storey rear extension.

Wrap-Around Extension

Grays

£50k–£100kApproved

Erection of a single storey rear extension with side windows.

Rear Extension

Grays

£50k–£100kApproved

Rear extension and associated works planned.

Single Storey Rear Extension

Grays

£50k–£100kApproved

Single storey ground floor rear extension.

Loft Conversions

Project Type	Area	Est. Value	Description	Status
Loft Conversion	Grays	£50k–£100k	Proposed rear dormer loft conversion.	Refused
Loft Conversion	Grays	£50k–£100k	Loft conversion and roof alterations.	Refused
Loft Conversion	South Ockendon	£100k–£250k	Single-storey rear extension, rear first-floor extension, side extensions, and rear dormer loft conversion.	Refused
Loft Conversion	South Ockendon	£50k–£100k	Proposed loft conversion to create a new bedroom with Velux roof windows.	Approved
Loft Conversion	Grays	£25k–£50k	Erection of a flat roof rear dormer and associated works.	Approved

Loft Conversion

Grays

£50k–£100kRefused

Proposed rear dormer loft conversion.

Loft Conversion

Grays

£50k–£100kRefused

Loft conversion and roof alterations.

Loft Conversion

South Ockendon

£100k–£250kRefused

Single-storey rear extension, rear first-floor extension, side extensions, and rear dormer loft conversion.

Loft Conversion

South Ockendon

£50k–£100kApproved

Proposed loft conversion to create a new bedroom with Velux roof windows.

Loft Conversion

Grays

£25k–£50kApproved

Erection of a flat roof rear dormer and associated works.

Other Projects

Project Type	Area	Est. Value	Description	Status
Garden Room	Grays	£25k–£50k	Construction of an outbuilding in the rear garden with bi-fold and french doors.	Approved
Garden Room	Stanford-le-Hope	£25k–£50k	Retrospective application for an outbuilding.	Approved
Porch	South Ockendon	£25k–£50k	Proposed front porch.	Approved
Heritage		£50k–£100k	Consent for internal and external alterations to a listed dwelling.	Approved
Garden Room	Grays	£25k–£50k	Proposed outbuilding ancillary to main house with a flat roof.	Approved

Garden Room

Grays

£25k–£50kApproved

Construction of an outbuilding in the rear garden with bi-fold and french doors.

Garden Room

Stanford-le-Hope

£25k–£50kApproved

Retrospective application for an outbuilding.

Porch

South Ockendon

£25k–£50kApproved

Proposed front porch.

Heritage

£50k–£100kApproved

Consent for internal and external alterations to a listed dwelling.

Garden Room

Grays

£25k–£50kApproved

Proposed outbuilding ancillary to main house with a flat roof.

Data sourced from Thurrock Council planning records and refreshed regularly.

Featured Projects

A snapshot of recent construction opportunities in the Thurrock area.

Construction of outbuilding in rear garden with bi-fold and french doors

£25k–£50k

Grays

Construction of an outbuilding in the rear garden with bi-fold and french doors.

Outbuilding (Retrospective)

£25k–£50k

Stanford-le-Hope

Retrospective application for an outbuilding.

Single-storey side extension and change of use to the existing detached garage to a small-scale ice-cream preparation facility for cold food production only, with associated storage and office space (Sui Generis).

£100k–£250k

South Ockendon

Single-storey side extension and change of use of garage to ice-cream preparation facility with storage and office space.

Proposed rear dormer loft conversion

£50k–£100k

Grays

Proposed rear dormer loft conversion.

Examples of projects at an early stage before wider competition builds.

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Planning Application Outcomes in Thurrock

43%

Approved

49%

Pending

Rejected

In Thurrock, 43% of planning applications are approved, 49% are still pending, and 8% are rejected. Contacting homeowners early gives you the best chance of winning work.

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 Thurrock

Average approval time8 weeks

Typical residential projects8 weeks

New builds10 weeks

In Thurrock, 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 Thurrock

Domestic92%

Commercial8%

In Thurrock, the vast majority (92%) 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 Thurrock

Building activity in Thurrock is influenced by affordability and growing space requirements. With the cost of moving remaining high, many homeowners choose to invest in their current property, resulting in a consistent stream of mid-range residential projects throughout the area.

How to Win Jobs in Thurrock

Contact Homeowners Early

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Focus on Approved Applications

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Target Higher-Value Projects

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Nearby Areas

Builders based in Thurrock frequently take on projects in nearby areas like Basildon, Brentwood, and Chelmsford, helping keep a steady flow of local work coming in.

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