Updated 15 May 2026 · 201 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Croydon
Browse construction leads in Croydon drawn from active planning applications across the borough. Reach homeowners who are already committed to building work before the job is being quoted by several local firms.
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Data sourced from Croydon Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
201
New Leads (30 Days)
£183,085
Average Project Value
82
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Croydon
Croydon is one of London's largest boroughs and its housing stock reflects that scale. Victorian and Edwardian terraces dominate areas like Norbury, Thornton Heath, and South Norwood, while Purley and Sanderstead have larger detached and semi-detached homes on wider plots. That split creates two distinct markets: terraced housing work tends towards rear extensions, side returns, and loft conversions, while the southern suburbs see more ambitious schemes — double-storey additions, wraparound extensions, and full house refurbishments.
Project Type Breakdown
A breakdown of planning applications recently submitted in Croydon, showing the types of domestic construction work currently in progress across the borough.
In Croydon, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (168 of 247 in the last 30 days), with Garden Rooms also showing consistent demand alongside New Builds.
Project Value Insights
Project values in Croydon vary considerably depending on the area and property type. Filtering by value lets you focus on the jobs that suit your capacity and margin.
- £25k – £50kSmaller rear extensions, garage conversions, and outbuildings
- £50k – £100kFull rear extensions, dormer loft conversions, and side returns
- £100k – £250kDouble-storey extensions, wraparounds, and whole-house refurbishments
- £250k+Major structural projects, new builds, and high-spec renovations
Higher-value schemes are more common in Purley, Sanderstead, and Selsdon, where larger plots and established family homes tend to attract bigger renovation budgets.
Recent Planning Applications in Croydon
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wrap-Around Extension | London Borough of Croydon | £100k–£250k | Erection of ground-floor front extension, first-floor side extension, and one/two-storey rear extension with solar panels. | Approved |
| Double Storey Extension | London Borough of Croydon | £100k–£250k | Discharge of condition for alterations and extensions including two storey side extension and dormer extensions for staff accommodation. | Approved |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | London Borough of Croydon | £50k–£100k | Erection of a single storey rear extension. | Approved |
| Side Extension | London Borough of Croydon | £250k–£1m | Part demolition and new extension to form two apartments, with change of use from retail to residential. | Refused |
| Rear Extension | London Borough of Croydon | £50k–£100k | Rear ground floor extension to an existing pharmacy. | Approved |
Wrap-Around Extension
London Borough of Croydon
Erection of ground-floor front extension, first-floor side extension, and one/two-storey rear extension with solar panels.
Double Storey Extension
London Borough of Croydon
Discharge of condition for alterations and extensions including two storey side extension and dormer extensions for staff accommodation.
Single Storey Rear Extension
London Borough of Croydon
Erection of a single storey rear extension.
Side Extension
London Borough of Croydon
Part demolition and new extension to form two apartments, with change of use from retail to residential.
Rear Extension
London Borough of Croydon
Rear ground floor extension to an existing pharmacy.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | London Borough of Croydon | £100k–£250k | Proposed ground floor and roof extensions to existing bungalow including loft conversion extension. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | London Borough of Croydon | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion for additional living space. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | London Borough of Croydon | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion including hip to gable extensions and rear dormer with three rooflights. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | London Borough of Croydon | £100k–£250k | Demolition of existing rear extension and garage; erection of single storey rear/side extension with integral garage and loft conversion. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | London Borough of Croydon | £50k–£100k | Construction of a loft conversion with hip to gable roof extension and rear dormer. | Approved |
Loft Conversion
London Borough of Croydon
Proposed ground floor and roof extensions to existing bungalow including loft conversion extension.
Loft Conversion
London Borough of Croydon
Loft conversion for additional living space.
Loft Conversion
London Borough of Croydon
Loft conversion including hip to gable extensions and rear dormer with three rooflights.
Loft Conversion
London Borough of Croydon
Demolition of existing rear extension and garage; erection of single storey rear/side extension with integral garage and loft conversion.
Loft Conversion
London Borough of Croydon
Construction of a loft conversion with hip to gable roof extension and rear dormer.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Build | London Borough of Croydon | £250k–£1m | Discharge of conditions related to the erection of two buildings comprising 31 residential apartments following the demolition of an existing dwelling. | Approved |
| Dropped Kerb | London Borough of Croydon | £250k–£1m | Details pursuant to conditions of planning permission for demolition of garage and construction of 3 two-storey detached houses. | Approved |
| Garden Room | London Borough of Croydon | £25k–£50k | Erection of an outbuilding at the rear of the property. | Refused |
| Porch | London Borough of Croydon | £25k–£50k | Retrospective application for the erection of a porch. | Refused |
| New Build | London Borough of Croydon | £100k–£250k | Details pursuant to condition 6 for the erection of a two-storey dwellinghouse with accommodation in the roofspace. | Approved |
New Build
London Borough of Croydon
Discharge of conditions related to the erection of two buildings comprising 31 residential apartments following the demolition of an existing dwelling.
Dropped Kerb
London Borough of Croydon
Details pursuant to conditions of planning permission for demolition of garage and construction of 3 two-storey detached houses.
Garden Room
London Borough of Croydon
Erection of an outbuilding at the rear of the property.
Porch
London Borough of Croydon
Retrospective application for the erection of a porch.
New Build
London Borough of Croydon
Details pursuant to condition 6 for the erection of a two-storey dwellinghouse with accommodation in the roofspace.
Data sourced from Croydon Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
Featured Projects
A selection of recent planning applications from across Croydon — live projects you can act on now.
Erection of ground-floor front extension, first-floor side extension, one/two-storey rear extension, installation of solar panels on rear roof slopes, extension to existing rear patio and all associated works
£100k–£250kLondon Borough of Croydon
Erection of ground-floor front extension, first-floor side extension, and one/two-storey rear extension with solar panels.
Discharge of condition 4 (construction logistics plan) attached to planning permission 25/02422/FUL for alterations, erection of two storey side extension with access ramp and steps, erection of dormer extensions on the rear roof slope and conversion of loft area for use as staff accommodation, roof extension to facilitate a secondary fire escape and enclosed staircase, erection of 1 x single storey outbuilding and associated hard/soft landscaping
£100k–£250kLondon Borough of Croydon
Discharge of condition for alterations and extensions including two storey side extension and dormer extensions for staff accommodation.
Erection of single storey rear extension
£50k–£100kLondon Borough of Croydon
Erection of a single storey rear extension.
Part demolition of rear of building and new extension to form two apartments over ground and 1st floors, part change of use of ground floor from retail / betting shop to residential
£250k–£1mLondon Borough of Croydon
Part demolition and new extension to form two apartments, with change of use from retail to residential.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Outcomes in Croydon
46%
Approved
46%
Pending
8%
Rejected
In Croydon, 46% of planning applications are approved, 46% are still pending, and 8% 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 Croydon
In Croydon, most planning applications are decided within 7 weeks. Smaller projects like extensions tend to be approved more quickly, while larger developments can take longer.
Domestic vs Commercial Projects in Croydon
In Croydon, the vast majority (97%) 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 Croydon
Property prices in Croydon remain significantly lower than central London, but they have risen enough that many homeowners find it makes more financial sense to extend than to upsize. Fast rail links into central London, Gatwick, and the south coast make the borough attractive to households that need London access but want more space. That commuter demographic tends to invest seriously when they do build — jobs are well scoped and budgets are realistic.
How to Win Jobs in Croydon
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Nearby Areas
Many builders based in or around Croydon also pick up work in neighbouring boroughs. Sutton, Bromley, Merton, Lambeth, and Lewisham are all within reach and generate a useful mix of residential projects.
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