Updated 24 June 2026 · 183 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.
183
New Leads (30 Days)
£189,003
Average Project Value
70
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 (149 of 215 in the last 30 days), with New Builds also showing consistent demand alongside Garden Rooms.
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 | South Croydon | £100k–£250k | Erection of single storey side extension and part single/part double storey front/side/rear extension. | Approved |
| Double Storey Extension | London | £250k–£1m | Erection of a two-storey rear extension and dormer windows to facilitate supported living accommodation. | Refused |
| Single Storey Extension | London Borough of Croydon | £50k–£100k | Erection of a single storey extension with roof light and privacy screening. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | London Borough of Croydon | £100k–£250k | Erection of side/rear single storey extension, rear dormer, and conversion to 3 flats. | Refused |
| Rear Extension | London Borough of Croydon | £50k–£100k | Erection of a ground floor rear extension. | Approved |
Wrap-Around Extension
South Croydon
Erection of single storey side extension and part single/part double storey front/side/rear extension.
Double Storey Extension
London
Erection of a two-storey rear extension and dormer windows to facilitate supported living accommodation.
Single Storey Extension
London Borough of Croydon
Erection of a single storey extension with roof light and privacy screening.
Wrap-Around Extension
London Borough of Croydon
Erection of side/rear single storey extension, rear dormer, and conversion to 3 flats.
Rear Extension
London Borough of Croydon
Erection of a ground floor rear extension.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Erection of hip to gable roof extension with rear dormer. | Refused |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Change of use to a Large HMO for 8 residents, with dormer and rooflights, and demolition of rear extension. | Refused |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Hip to gable and rear dormer loft conversion for additional living space. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion for bedroom and ensuite, with storage space. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion with side dormer for additional living space. | Pending |
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Erection of hip to gable roof extension with rear dormer.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Change of use to a Large HMO for 8 residents, with dormer and rooflights, and demolition of rear extension.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Hip to gable and rear dormer loft conversion for additional living space.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Loft conversion for bedroom and ensuite, with storage space.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Loft conversion with side dormer for additional living space.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Build | South Croydon | £1m+ | Outline planning for an 8 storey block with up to 43 residential units and 2 commercial units. | Refused |
| Garden Room | London Borough of Croydon | £25k–£50k | Erection of a detached outbuilding. | Approved |
| Garden Room | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Conversion of garage/shed to granny annexe with window/door replacements. | Approved |
| New Build | Greater London | £250k–£1m | Discharge of Condition 5 related to site levels for a previous planning permission. | Approved |
| New Build | Greater London | £250k–£1m | Discharge of multiple conditions related to a previous planning permission. | Approved |
New Build
South Croydon
Outline planning for an 8 storey block with up to 43 residential units and 2 commercial units.
Garden Room
London Borough of Croydon
Erection of a detached outbuilding.
Garden Room
Greater London
Conversion of garage/shed to granny annexe with window/door replacements.
New Build
Greater London
Discharge of Condition 5 related to site levels for a previous planning permission.
New Build
Greater London
Discharge of multiple conditions related to a previous planning permission.
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 single storey side extension, Erection of part single/part double storey front/side/rear extension. Installation of fence along side boundary. Alterations. (Amended drawings)
£100k–£250kSouth Croydon
Erection of single storey side extension and part single/part double storey front/side/rear extension.
Outline planning permission for the erection of a new 8 storey block comprising a minimum of 31 self contained residential units and up to 43 self contained residential units and 2 commercial units (all matters reserved except for Scale)
£1m+South Croydon
Outline planning for an 8 storey block with up to 43 residential units and 2 commercial units.
Erection of two storey rear extension at lower and ground floor level, creation of lightwell to rear with ballustrade. erection of rear dormer to outrigger roof space, dormer window in rear and side roof slopes and insertion of 4 x rooflights in rear, side and front rooflights to residential care home (use C2) to facilitate supported living accommodation (use C2).
£250k–£1mLondon
Erection of a two-storey rear extension and dormer windows to facilitate supported living accommodation.
Erection of a detached outbuilding.
£25k–£50kLondon Borough of Croydon
Erection of a detached outbuilding.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Outcomes in Croydon
45%
Approved
47%
Pending
8%
Rejected
In Croydon, 45% of planning applications are approved, 47% 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 (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 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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Target Higher-Value Projects
Filter for projects over £50k. Fewer builders compete for larger jobs, giving you better margins and longer contracts.
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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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