Updated 22 October 2026 · 64 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in West Lancashire
Find construction leads in West Lancashire from new planning applications across Skelmersdale, Ormskirk and the wider borough.
- New planning applications added frequently from West Lancashire Borough Council
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Data sourced from West Lancashire Borough Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
64
New Leads (30 Days)
£109,570
Average Project Value
18
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in West Lancashire
Skelmersdale is the subject of a 150 to 164 million pound masterplan approved by Full Council in 2025, delivering up to 680 new homes, 59 business units and a new high street, led by the council's own development company. The scheme also includes a proposed new Glenburn railway station, reinstating one closed since 1956, with early phases already underway including 25 social rent homes at Yewdale and a redevelopment of the Derby Street civic centre into 64 homes. Away from Skelmersdale, Ormskirk and 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 West Lancashire over the past 30 days.
In West Lancashire, Extensions are the most common project type, appearing in 40 of the 64 leads tracked in the last 30 days, with Garden Rooms also showing consistent demand alongside Porches. 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 West Lancashire
The architects and planning consultants submitting the most construction-related applications in West Lancashire, based on recent planning records.
- 1Wignalls Chartered Surveyors
- 2Matt Wood : Architect Ltd
- 3A1 Plans2Build Ltd
- 4David Machell Architecture Ltd.
- 5J7 Architecture
- 6Peter Dickinson Architects
- 7MWB Architecture
- 8RJG Architecture LTD
- 9R F Allen
- 10Clayton Architecture Limited
Project Value Insights
Understanding typical project values in West Lancashire 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 Ormskirk, where larger properties support more extensive renovation budgets.
Recent Planning Applications in West Lancashire
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Storey Extension | 2 Cherry Tree Lane Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 5EH | £100k–£250k | Demolition of existing single storey gable extension and construction of a two storey gable extension and single storey rear extension with an entrance porch. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | 9 Beechwood Drive Ormskirk Lancashire L39 3NU | £100k–£250k | Two storey side and rear extension. | Approved |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | West Lancashire | £50k–£100k | Single-storey rear extension following demolition of conservatory to form new bedroom and living room for disabled occupant. | Approved |
| Double Storey Extension | Mill House Mill Lane Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 7HJ | £50k–£100k | Single storey side extension, demolition of existing sheds, and construction of a new detached double garage. | Refused |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | Ormskirk | £50k–£100k | Proposed single-storey rear extension and internal alterations to a listed building. | Approved |
Double Storey Extension
2 Cherry Tree Lane Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 5EH
Demolition of existing single storey gable extension and construction of a two storey gable extension and single storey rear extension with an entrance porch.
Wrap-Around Extension
9 Beechwood Drive Ormskirk Lancashire L39 3NU
Two storey side and rear extension.
Single Storey Rear Extension
West Lancashire
Single-storey rear extension following demolition of conservatory to form new bedroom and living room for disabled occupant.
Double Storey Extension
Mill House Mill Lane Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 7HJ
Single storey side extension, demolition of existing sheds, and construction of a new detached double garage.
Single Storey Rear Extension
Ormskirk
Proposed single-storey rear extension and internal alterations to a listed building.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | West Lancashire | £50k–£100k | Front and rear dormer extensions to form a new first-floor bedroom and ensuite. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | 45 Courtfield Ormskirk Lancashire L39 1LA | £100k–£250k | Single-storey side extension together with loft conversion incorporating front and rear dormers. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Woodcroft 19 Beech Road Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 6SJ | £50k–£100k | Proposed lawful development certificate for a loft conversion including a dormer extension. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | 2 Greenwood Close Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 5BL | £100k–£250k | Two-storey side and rear extension, new dormer and porch to the existing dwelling. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | 16 Altys Lane Ormskirk Lancashire L39 4RQ | £50k–£100k | Proposed ground-floor extension and loft conversion including a dormer. | Pending |
Loft Conversion
West Lancashire
Front and rear dormer extensions to form a new first-floor bedroom and ensuite.
Loft Conversion
45 Courtfield Ormskirk Lancashire L39 1LA
Single-storey side extension together with loft conversion incorporating front and rear dormers.
Loft Conversion
Woodcroft 19 Beech Road Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 6SJ
Proposed lawful development certificate for a loft conversion including a dormer extension.
Loft Conversion
2 Greenwood Close Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 5BL
Two-storey side and rear extension, new dormer and porch to the existing dwelling.
Loft Conversion
16 Altys Lane Ormskirk Lancashire L39 4RQ
Proposed ground-floor extension and loft conversion including a dormer.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dropped Kerb | 64 Square Lane Burscough Ormskirk Lancashire L40 7RQ | £25k–£50k | Approval of details reserved by conditions 5, 6, 7 and 8 of 2023/0164/FUL covering surface materials, dropped crossing, drainage and car parking. | Approved |
| New Build | 262 Prescot Road Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 5AQ | £250k–£1m | Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of a replacement dwelling. | Approved |
| Garden Room | Pharmacy Time 124 Liverpool Road Rufford Ormskirk Lancashire L40 1SB | £25k–£50k | Erection of a detached garage with ancillary store room. | Approved |
| New Build | Meadow Farm Sandy Way Holmeswood Ormskirk Lancashire L40 1UB | £100k–£250k | Prior approval for enlargement by construction of an additional storey to a maximum height of 8.2m. | Approved |
| New Build | Land At Tontine Road Up Holland Lancashire | £250k–£1m | Permission in Principle application for the erection of up to six dwellings. | Approved |
Dropped Kerb
64 Square Lane Burscough Ormskirk Lancashire L40 7RQ
Approval of details reserved by conditions 5, 6, 7 and 8 of 2023/0164/FUL covering surface materials, dropped crossing, drainage and car parking.
New Build
262 Prescot Road Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 5AQ
Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of a replacement dwelling.
Garden Room
Pharmacy Time 124 Liverpool Road Rufford Ormskirk Lancashire L40 1SB
Erection of a detached garage with ancillary store room.
New Build
Meadow Farm Sandy Way Holmeswood Ormskirk Lancashire L40 1UB
Prior approval for enlargement by construction of an additional storey to a maximum height of 8.2m.
New Build
Land At Tontine Road Up Holland Lancashire
Permission in Principle application for the erection of up to six dwellings.
Data sourced from West Lancashire Borough Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of recent construction opportunities across West Lancashire.
Demolition of the existing single storey gable extension and the construction of a two storey gable extension and single storey rear extension with the addition of an entrance porch.
£100k–£250k2 Cherry Tree Lane Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 5EH
Demolition of existing single storey gable extension and construction of a two storey gable extension and single storey rear extension with an entrance porch.
Two storey side and rear extension
£100k–£250k9 Beechwood Drive Ormskirk Lancashire L39 3NU
Two storey side and rear extension.
Proposed single-storey rear extension following demolition of conservatory, to form new bedroom, wetroom and living room for disabled occupant.
£50k–£100kWest Lancashire
Single-storey rear extension following demolition of conservatory to form new bedroom and living room for disabled occupant.
Single storey side extension. Demolition of existing sheds. New detached double garage.
£50k–£100kMill House Mill Lane Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 7HJ
Single storey side extension, demolition of existing sheds, and construction of a new detached double garage.
Examples of projects at an early stage before wider competition builds.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Status in West Lancashire
41%
Approved
53%
Pending
6%
Refused
In West Lancashire, 41% of planning applications are approved, 53% are still pending, and 6% are refused. Pending applications can give builders an opportunity to make contact while projects are still at an early stage.
Reaching out while applications are still active helps you get ahead of the pack.
Based on planning applications submitted over the last 30 days.
Planning Approval Times in West Lancashire
Among applications tracked by BuildAlert in West Lancashire, 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 West Lancashire
In West Lancashire, 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 West Lancashire
The Skelmersdale Masterplan is set to bring sustained new-build activity to West Lancashire for years to come, as its phased programme of housing and commercial development progresses. Away from Skelmersdale, established towns across the borough keep up a consistent flow of extension and loft conversion projects.
How to Win Jobs in West Lancashire
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