Updated 6 May 2026 · 234 new leads in the last 30 days

Construction Leads in Bexley

Find construction leads in Bexley from recently published planning applications across the borough. See which homeowners are preparing building work and make contact before the project is being quoted by several local firms.

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Data sourced from Bexley Council planning records and refreshed regularly.

234

New Leads (30 Days)

£124,145

Average Project Value

68

High Value Projects

Over £100k

Extensions

Most Common Project

Construction Trends in Bexley

Bexley sits at the quieter, more suburban end of south-east London, and its housing reflects that. Much of the borough is made up of post-war semis and detached houses — particularly across Sidcup, Bexleyheath, and Welling — with good-sized gardens and driveways that give homeowners genuine scope to build. Rear extensions and double-storey additions are common on these plots. Erith and Belvedere have a different character: older terraces and some council-built stock where projects tend to be smaller in scale. Crayford sits somewhere in between, with a mix of house types that generates a broad spread of planning applications.

Project Type Breakdown

The chart below shows recent planning applications in Bexley by project type, reflecting the current spread of domestic building work across the borough.

Extension
197
Loft Conversion
21
Garden Room
21
Garage Conversion
20
Porch
17
New Build
8
Dropped Kerb
8
Heritage
1

In Bexley, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (197 of 293 in the last 30 days), with Loft Conversions also showing consistent demand alongside Garden Rooms.

Project Value Insights

Bexley projects span a wide range of budgets. Using value filters lets you focus on the jobs that fit your capacity and avoid wasting time on work that is too small or too large for your team.

  • £25k – £50kSingle-storey rear extensions, garage conversions, and garden rooms
  • £50k – £100kLarger rear extensions, hip-to-gable loft conversions, and side extensions
  • £100k – £250kDouble-storey additions, full house refurbishments, and wraparound extensions
  • £250k+Major structural projects, high-spec renovations, and new builds on larger plots

Higher-value projects are most common in Sidcup, Chislehurst-adjacent parts of the borough, and the more established roads around Bexley village, where detached homes and larger budgets go hand in hand.

Recent Planning Applications in Bexley

Extensions

Wrap-Around Extension

London

£100k–£250kApproved

Erection of a part one/part two storey side/rear extension and roof alterations.

Wrap-Around Extension

London

£50k–£100kApproved

Erection of a single storey side/rear extension.

Wrap-Around Extension

London

£100k–£250kApproved

Erection of a part one, part two storey front/side/rear extension.

Single Storey Front Extension

London Borough of Bexley

£100k–£250kApproved

Single storey front and side extensions with roof space conversion including dormer and rooflights.

Extension

London Borough of Bexley

Under £25kApproved

Extension of an existing vehicular access.

Loft Conversions

Loft Conversion

London Borough of Bexley

£100k–£250kApproved

Single storey side/rear extension and roof space conversion with dormer extension.

Loft Conversion

London Borough of Bexley

£50k–£100kApproved

Conversion of roof space with alterations including a rear dormer extension and front rooflights.

Loft Conversion

London Borough of Bexley

£50k–£100kApproved

Conversion of roof space with hip to gable enlargement, rear dormer extension, and front rooflights.

Loft Conversion

London Borough of Bexley

£50k–£100kApproved

Lawful Development Certificate for roof space conversion including dormer and rooflights.

Loft Conversion

London Borough of Bexley

£50k–£100kApproved

Lawful Development Certificate for roof space conversion with hip to gable enlargement and rear dormer extension.

Other Projects

Garden Room

London Borough of Bexley

£25k–£50kApproved

Erection of single storey detached outbuilding.

Garden Room

Royal Borough of Greenwich

£25k–£50kApproved

Erection of a single storey outbuilding following the demolition of two existing garages.

Porch

London Borough of Bexley

Under £25kApproved

Erection of a front porch canopy.

Garden Room

London Borough of Bexley

£25k–£50kRefused

Erection of a single storey detached outbuilding.

Garden Room

London Borough of Bexley

£25k–£50kApproved

Lawful Development Certificate for a single storey detached outbuilding in rear garden.

Data sourced from Bexley Council planning records and refreshed regularly.

Featured Projects

Recent planning applications from across Bexley — a live snapshot of what is currently in progress.

Erection of a part one/part two storey side / rear extension, following demolition of existing side extension. Conversion of roof space involving alterations to existing roofline, including a dormer extension at rear, and rooflights to front roofslope.

£100k–£250k

London

Erection of a part one/part two storey side/rear extension and roof alterations.

Erection of a single storey side/rear extension.

£50k–£100k

London

Erection of a single storey side/rear extension.

Erection of a part one, part two storey front/ side / rear extension.

£100k–£250k

London

Erection of a part one, part two storey front/side/rear extension.

Erection of single storey front and side extensions to both flanks and conversion of roof space involving alterations to existing roofline including rear dormer extension and rooflights to front and rear roof slopes following demolition of existing conservatory and garage and shed.

£100k–£250k

London Borough of Bexley

Single storey front and side extensions with roof space conversion including dormer and rooflights.

Recent applications from across the borough that builders can follow up on.

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Planning Application Outcomes in Bexley

43%

Approved

54%

Pending

3%

Rejected

In Bexley, 43% of planning applications are approved, 54% are still pending, and 3% are rejected. Contacting homeowners early gives you the best chance of winning work.

Timing matters — earlier contact usually means less competition.

Based on planning application outcomes over the last 3 months.

Planning Approval Times in Bexley

Average approval time8 weeks
Typical residential projects8 weeks
New builds8 weeks

In Bexley, 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 Bexley

Domestic93%
Commercial7%

In Bexley, the vast majority (93%) 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 Bexley

Bexley has historically been one of the more affordable parts of outer London, which has attracted buyers stretching their budget to get more space. Many are families who have no intention of moving again for years — so when the house needs work, they spend properly. The borough also has a significant stock of 1930s and 1950s homes that are reaching the age where renovations make financial sense: new roofs, updated electrics, and full kitchen or bathroom overhauls often run alongside the more visible planning applications.

How to Win Jobs in Bexley

Contact Homeowners Early

Planning applications show who is preparing building work. Reaching out at that stage helps you start the conversation before the project is widely quoted.

Focus on Approved Applications

Prioritise leads that have already received planning approval. These homeowners are ready to hire and start work.

Target Higher-Value Projects

Filter for projects over £50k. Fewer builders compete for larger jobs, giving you better margins and longer contracts.

How BuildAlert Works

Three steps to start picking up construction work in Bexley using planning application data.

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Contact Homeowners

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Nearby Areas

Builders operating in Bexley regularly take on jobs across nearby areas. Greenwich, Bromley, and Lewisham are all close by and bring through a useful mix of domestic building work.

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