Updated 13 July 2026 · 256 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Brent
Track construction leads in Brent from planning applications submitted across the borough. Reach homeowners planning extensions, conversions, and upgrades to older housing stock before they start comparing builders.
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Data sourced from Brent Council planning records, updated regularly.
256
New Leads (30 Days)
£182,932
Average Project Value
97
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Brent
Brent has a more varied housing mix than many people expect. Queens Park and Kilburn, in the south of the borough, have Victorian terraces and late-Victorian mansion blocks that attract buyers looking for character at lower prices than neighbouring boroughs. Kingsbury, Kenton, and parts of Wembley are predominantly inter-war semis. These 1930s properties sit on decent plots that are well-suited to side and rear additions. Willesden and Harlesden have a denser mix of terraced and post-war housing. Across all of these areas, older stock that has not been touched in years is a common starting point, and owners are more often extending and updating than moving further out.
Project Type Breakdown
Below is a breakdown of the most common construction project types submitted to Brent Council planning over the past 30 days.
In Brent, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (212 of 302 in the last 30 days), with Garden Rooms also showing consistent demand alongside Porches.
Project Value Insights
Brent sits in the mid-range for London domestic project values. These bands help you filter for the jobs that make sense for your team and your margins.
- £25k – £50kGarage conversions, garden rooms, and minor rear additions on smaller plots
- £50k – £100kSingle-storey side or rear extensions and standard loft conversions
- £100k – £250kDouble-storey additions, wraparound extensions, and more substantial refurbishments
- £250k+Larger whole-house renovation projects, particularly in Queens Park and Kilburn
Higher-value projects are more common in Queens Park, Kilburn, and the more established streets of Kenton, where property prices and renovation budgets are noticeably stronger than the borough average.
Recent Planning Applications in Brent
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Storey Extension | London | Change of use of lower ground and upper floors to a 17 bedroom/21 person HMO with a two-storey rear infill extension. | Approved | |
| Single Storey Side Extension | London Borough of Brent | £50k–£100k | Proposed single storey side extension to the dwellinghouse. | Approved |
| Rear Extension | London Borough of Brent | £50k–£100k | Proposed hip to gable extension and rear dormer window with front rooflights. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | London Borough of Brent | £100k–£250k | Demolition of front porch, two storey front and side extension, and single storey rear extension with dormer and rooflights. | Approved |
| Side Extension | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Proposed side extension of double garage to adjoin the main dwellinghouse. | Approved |
Double Storey Extension
London
Change of use of lower ground and upper floors to a 17 bedroom/21 person HMO with a two-storey rear infill extension.
Single Storey Side Extension
London Borough of Brent
Proposed single storey side extension to the dwellinghouse.
Rear Extension
London Borough of Brent
Proposed hip to gable extension and rear dormer window with front rooflights.
Wrap-Around Extension
London Borough of Brent
Demolition of front porch, two storey front and side extension, and single storey rear extension with dormer and rooflights.
Side Extension
Greater London
Proposed side extension of double garage to adjoin the main dwellinghouse.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Proposed outrigger dormer extension to dwellinghouse. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Certificate of lawfulness for proposed rear dormer extension and rooflights. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £250k–£1m | Proposal for a single-storey rear extension, two-storey side extension, loft conversion with dormer, and landscaping. | Refused |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Certificate of lawfulness for proposed rear dormer extension and roof alterations. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Certificate of lawfulness for proposed hip-to-gable roof extension and rear dormer extension. | Approved |
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Proposed outrigger dormer extension to dwellinghouse.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed rear dormer extension and rooflights.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Proposal for a single-storey rear extension, two-storey side extension, loft conversion with dormer, and landscaping.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed rear dormer extension and roof alterations.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed hip-to-gable roof extension and rear dormer extension.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Build | Greater London | £1m+ | Variation of conditions for additional floor and increased cycle parking in residential development. | Approved |
| Dropped Kerb | College of North West London Willesden, Dudden Hill Lane, London, NW10 2XD | £1m+ | Details pursuant to discharge biodiversity condition of hybrid planning application for mixed-use redevelopment. | Approved |
| Garden Room | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Proposed single storey outbuilding in the rear garden to the dwellinghouse (retrospective). | Approved |
| Garden Room | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Certificate of lawfulness for proposed 2 single storey outbuildings in rear garden. | Approved |
| Garden Room | Greater London | Under £25k | Certificate of lawfulness for proposed single-storey outbuilding in rear garden of dwellinghouse. | Approved |
New Build
Greater London
Variation of conditions for additional floor and increased cycle parking in residential development.
Dropped Kerb
College of North West London Willesden, Dudden Hill Lane, London, NW10 2XD
Details pursuant to discharge biodiversity condition of hybrid planning application for mixed-use redevelopment.
Garden Room
Greater London
Proposed single storey outbuilding in the rear garden to the dwellinghouse (retrospective).
Garden Room
Greater London
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed 2 single storey outbuildings in rear garden.
Garden Room
Greater London
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed single-storey outbuilding in rear garden of dwellinghouse.
Data sourced from Brent Council planning records, updated regularly.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of recent planning applications from across Brent that builders can act on.
Proposed single storey side extension to the dwellinghouse
£50k–£100kLondon Borough of Brent
Proposed single storey side extension to the dwellinghouse.
Proposed hip to gable extension and rear dormer window with 2x front rooflights, proposed side extension and front porch to the dwellinghouse. (as amended)
£50k–£100kLondon Borough of Brent
Proposed hip to gable extension and rear dormer window with front rooflights.
Proposed demolition of side extension, erection of part single, part two storey side extension, single storey rear extension, rear dormer with juliet balcony, 2x front and 2x side rooflights, and alterations to roof of dwellinghouse.
£100k–£250kLondon Borough of Brent
Demolition of front porch, two storey front and side extension, and single storey rear extension with dormer and rooflights.
Proposed side extension of double garage to adjoin the main dwellinghouse and conversion of the double garage into a self-contained flat with associated replacement garage doors, hard/soft landscaping works, reinstatement of front boundary wall, car parking spaces, cycle and bin storage and subdivision of rear garden.
£100k–£250kGreater London
Proposed side extension of double garage to adjoin the main dwellinghouse.
Recent planning applications from across Brent at a stage where contact is worthwhile.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Outcomes in Brent
39%
Approved
49%
Pending
12%
Rejected
In Brent, 39% of planning applications are approved, 49% are still pending, and 12% are rejected. Contacting homeowners early gives you the best chance of winning work.
Getting in touch earlier puts you in a stronger position before others step in.
Based on planning application outcomes over the last 3 months.
Planning Approval Times in Brent
In Brent, most planning applications are decided within 9 weeks. Smaller projects like extensions tend to be approved more quickly, while larger developments can take longer.
Domestic vs Commercial Projects in Brent
In Brent, 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 Brent
Brent draws buyers who want more house for their money without leaving London, and that shapes the kind of work that follows. Projects tend to be practical and space-focused: an extra bedroom, a larger ground floor, a garage brought into the main living space. High-specification finishes are less common than in south-west London boroughs, but the volume of residential work is solid and runs consistently across the year. Builders who do straightforward, well-priced extension work can build a steady local reputation here.
How to Win Jobs in Brent
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Nearby Areas
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