Updated 22 October 2026 · 21 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Blackburn with Darwen
Find construction leads in Blackburn with Darwen from new planning applications across Blackburn, Darwen and the wider borough.
- New planning applications added frequently from Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council
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Data sourced from Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
21
New Leads (30 Days)
£101,190
Average Project Value
4
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Blackburn with Darwen
A draft masterplan for North East Blackburn, consulted on in 2025, proposes up to 1,500 homes on a 100 hectare site off Brownhill Drive, while land north of Whalley Old Road is identified for 690 homes by 2037 with a further 810 beyond. Blackburn town centre's 250 million pound masterplan is also progressing, with Morrisons relocating to enable around 500 town centre homes and 1,000 jobs, and the Star Square development including a new Star Academies headquarters expected to start construction in 2027. Away from these schemes, established towns keep a steady flow of extensions and loft conversions.
Project Type Breakdown
Here's a breakdown of the most common types of construction projects in Blackburn with Darwen over the past 30 days.
In Blackburn with Darwen, Extensions are the most common project type, appearing in 18 of the 21 leads tracked in the last 30 days, with Porches also showing consistent demand alongside Loft Conversions. Projects can fall into more than one category, so these figures don't need to add up to the total.
Most Active Architects and Planning Consultants in Blackburn with Darwen
The architects and planning consultants submitting the most construction-related applications in Blackburn with Darwen, based on recent planning records.
- 1Planning Studio
- 2Roman Summer Associates Ltd
- 3Irasia Designs - Architectural Services
- 4Aaase Consultants Ltd
- 5GroundUp Architecture
- 6AZKA Architects
- 7Planware Limited
- 8WMA Consulting Ltd
- 9Urban Future Planning Consultancy Ltd
- 10Llewellin Architectural Design ltd
Project Value Insights
Understanding typical project values in Blackburn with Darwen helps you prioritise the most profitable leads and manage your workload effectively. These ranges are a general guide to the scale of work involved. Individual project costs vary by design, specification, and site conditions.
- £25k-£50kSmall extensions, porches, and internal alterations
- £50k-£100kRear extensions and loft conversions
- £100k-£250kLarge extensions and full property refurbishments
- £250k+New builds and high-end residential projects
Higher-value projects are often found around the newer sites at North East Blackburn, where new-build plots are more common.
Recent Planning Applications in Blackburn with Darwen
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Storey Rear Extension | Blackburn | £25k–£50k | Erection of a single-storey rear extension to the dwelling. | Approved |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | Blackburn | £25k–£50k | Erection of a single-storey rear extension to the property. | Approved |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | Blackburn | £50k–£100k | Erection of a single-storey rear extension. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | Blackburn | £100k–£250k | Double-storey side and rear extension. | Approved |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | Darwen | £50k–£100k | Single-storey rear extension and construction of a detached garage (domestic). | Approved |
Single Storey Rear Extension
Blackburn
Erection of a single-storey rear extension to the dwelling.
Single Storey Rear Extension
Blackburn
Erection of a single-storey rear extension to the property.
Single Storey Rear Extension
Blackburn
Erection of a single-storey rear extension.
Wrap-Around Extension
Blackburn
Double-storey side and rear extension.
Single Storey Rear Extension
Darwen
Single-storey rear extension and construction of a detached garage (domestic).
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | Blackburn | £50k–£100k | Insertion of dormer windows to various elevations, including installation of AC condensers. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Darwen | £50k–£100k | Roof lift from hip to gable with a rear dormer to create a loft conversion. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Blackburn | £50k–£100k | Single-storey rear extension together with front and rear dormers. | Pending |
Loft Conversion
Blackburn
Insertion of dormer windows to various elevations, including installation of AC condensers.
Loft Conversion
Darwen
Roof lift from hip to gable with a rear dormer to create a loft conversion.
Loft Conversion
Blackburn
Single-storey rear extension together with front and rear dormers.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garage Conversion | Blackburn | £25k–£50k | Convert existing garage to living space and construct new porch (approx. 2.2m x 1.65m). | Approved |
| Porch | 35 Cravens Heath, Blackburn, Blackburn With Darwen, BB2 4JB | Under £25k | Demolition of existing porch and erection of a proposed new porch. | Pending |
| New Build | Land adjacent to Spring Gardens Darwen | £250k–£1m | Variation of Condition 2 (approved drawings) to reduce the size of seven three-storey dwellings and make associated alterations. | Pending |
Garage Conversion
Blackburn
Convert existing garage to living space and construct new porch (approx. 2.2m x 1.65m).
Porch
35 Cravens Heath, Blackburn, Blackburn With Darwen, BB2 4JB
Demolition of existing porch and erection of a proposed new porch.
New Build
Land adjacent to Spring Gardens Darwen
Variation of Condition 2 (approved drawings) to reduce the size of seven three-storey dwellings and make associated alterations.
Data sourced from Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
Featured Projects
A look at recent construction opportunities across Blackburn with Darwen.
Erection of single storey extension to rear
£25k–£50kBlackburn
Erection of a single-storey rear extension to the dwelling.
Erection of single storey extension to rear
£25k–£50kBlackburn
Erection of a single-storey rear extension to the property.
Erection of single storey extension to rear
£50k–£100kBlackburn
Erection of a single-storey rear extension.
Double storey side and rear extension
£100k–£250kBlackburn
Double-storey side and rear extension.
Examples of projects at an early stage before wider competition builds.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Status in Blackburn with Darwen
38%
Approved
62%
Pending
0%
Refused
In Blackburn with Darwen, 38% of planning applications are approved, 62% are still pending, and 0% are refused. Pending applications can give builders an opportunity to make contact while projects are still at an early stage.
Earlier contact usually means less competition.
Based on planning applications submitted over the last 30 days.
Planning Approval Times in Blackburn with Darwen
Among applications tracked by BuildAlert in Blackburn with Darwen, the median time from submission to decision is 8 weeks. Smaller projects like extensions tend to be approved more quickly, while larger developments can take longer.
Based on approved applications with recorded decision dates over the last 3 months.
Domestic vs Commercial Projects in Blackburn with Darwen
In Blackburn with Darwen, the vast majority (95%) 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 Blackburn with Darwen
North East Blackburn and the Whalley Old Road allocation are set to bring sustained new-build activity to Blackburn with Darwen for years to come, alongside the town centre masterplan's regeneration work. Away from these schemes, established towns across the borough provide a dependable stream of extension and loft conversion work.
How to Win Jobs in Blackburn with Darwen
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