Updated 13 July 2026 · 513 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Enfield
Find construction leads in Enfield from planning applications submitted across the borough. Identify homeowners planning extensions, loft conversions, and home upgrades before they start looking for builders.
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Data sourced from Enfield Council planning records, updated regularly.
513
New Leads (30 Days)
£169,191
Average Project Value
234
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Enfield
Enfield is one of the more suburban outer boroughs, and that character shows in the housing stock. Inter-war semis are dominant across Southgate, Palmers Green, Winchmore Hill, and Bush Hill Park, sitting on plots that are well-sized for rear extensions and loft work. Further north in Hadley Wood, Crews Hill, and Forty Hill, properties are larger and more spread out, with detached houses and grounds that bring through a different category of project. Edmonton and Ponders End in the south are denser, with a mix of post-war housing and older terraces where the applications tend to be more straightforward improvement work.
Project Type Breakdown
Below is a breakdown of the most common construction project types submitted to Enfield Council planning over the past 30 days.
In Enfield, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (426 of 588 in the last 30 days), with Garden Rooms also showing consistent demand alongside New Builds.
Project Value Insights
Enfield sits at the more affordable end of the London market, which is reflected in typical project values. These ranges help you identify where the work is and what budget to expect.
- £25k – £50kGarage conversions, garden rooms, and modest single-storey rear additions
- £50k – £100kLoft conversions, larger rear extensions, and side additions on semis
- £100k – £250kDouble-storey extensions, wraparound additions, and full refurbishments on larger homes
- £250k+Substantial detached-house schemes and new builds, primarily in Hadley Wood and Crews Hill
Higher-value projects are more common in Hadley Wood, Forty Hill, and parts of Winchmore Hill, where larger plots and detached properties support more significant building work.
Recent Planning Applications in Enfield
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Storey Rear Extension | London Borough of Enfield | £50k–£100k | Single storey infill extension at the rear. | Approved |
| Double Storey Extension | London Borough of Enfield | £100k–£250k | Part single, part 2-storey front/rear extension with dormers. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | London Borough of Enfield | £100k–£250k | Part single, part 2-storey front, side, rear extensions, involving relocation of existing garage and 2x rear dormers. | Approved |
| Rear Extension | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Rear dormer and dormer to rear outrigger. | Approved |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Single storey rear extension and garage conversion. | Approved |
Single Storey Rear Extension
London Borough of Enfield
Single storey infill extension at the rear.
Double Storey Extension
London Borough of Enfield
Part single, part 2-storey front/rear extension with dormers.
Wrap-Around Extension
London Borough of Enfield
Part single, part 2-storey front, side, rear extensions, involving relocation of existing garage and 2x rear dormers.
Rear Extension
Greater London
Rear dormer and dormer to rear outrigger.
Single Storey Rear Extension
Greater London
Single storey rear extension and garage conversion.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Replacement of front porch, garage conversion, and various extensions including loft conversion. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion with rear dormer extensions for a dwellinghouse. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Proposal for a rear dormer with outrigger dormer and front roof lights. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Extension of roof to side to form gable, with rear dormer and front roof lights. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Proposal for a rear dormer and front roof lights. | Pending |
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Replacement of front porch, garage conversion, and various extensions including loft conversion.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Loft conversion with rear dormer extensions for a dwellinghouse.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Proposal for a rear dormer with outrigger dormer and front roof lights.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Extension of roof to side to form gable, with rear dormer and front roof lights.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Proposal for a rear dormer and front roof lights.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Build | London Borough of Enfield | £250k–£1m | Details submitted for biodiversity net gain related to a new 2-storey dwelling. | Approved |
| New Build | London | £1m+ | Details for potable water in relation to the redevelopment of a site involving demolition of a hotel and construction of a care home and residential dwellings. | Approved |
| New Build | London | £250k–£1m | Redevelopment of site for 5 single family dwellings with amenities. | Approved |
| New Build | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Details submitted for various conditions related to a new two-storey dwelling. | Refused |
| Garden Room | Greater London | Under £25k | Change of use of rear outbuilding to a mixed use home gym/workspace with personal training sessions. | Refused |
New Build
London Borough of Enfield
Details submitted for biodiversity net gain related to a new 2-storey dwelling.
New Build
London
Details for potable water in relation to the redevelopment of a site involving demolition of a hotel and construction of a care home and residential dwellings.
New Build
London
Redevelopment of site for 5 single family dwellings with amenities.
New Build
Greater London
Details submitted for various conditions related to a new two-storey dwelling.
Garden Room
Greater London
Change of use of rear outbuilding to a mixed use home gym/workspace with personal training sessions.
Data sourced from Enfield Council planning records, updated regularly.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of recent planning applications from across Enfield that local builders can follow up on.
Single storey infill extension at rear.
£50k–£100kLondon Borough of Enfield
Single storey infill extension at the rear.
2-storey front extensions and a single storey rear extension involving extension to existing garage and 2x rear dormers with rooflights.
£100k–£250kLondon Borough of Enfield
Part single, part 2-storey front/rear extension with dormers.
Details submitted pursuant to reference 25/03153/FUL: Biodiversity Net Gain Plan in respect of redevelopment of site by erection of 2-storey dwelling house with habitable loft space, one front and two rear dormers, side roof lights, raised rear patio, new vehicular access, hardstanding, boundary treatments and associated landscaping and refuse and cycle storage.
£250k–£1mLondon Borough of Enfield
Details submitted for biodiversity net gain related to a new 2-storey dwelling.
Part single, part 2-storey front, side, rear extensions, involving relocation of existing garage, 2x rear dormers and a front facing balcony.
£100k–£250kLondon Borough of Enfield
Part single, part 2-storey front, side, rear extensions, involving relocation of existing garage and 2x rear dormers.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Outcomes in Enfield
35%
Approved
59%
Pending
6%
Rejected
In Enfield, 35% of planning applications are approved, 59% are still pending, and 6% 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 Enfield
In Enfield, 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 Enfield
In Enfield, the vast majority (80%) 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 Enfield
Enfield is popular with families who want more space than inner London offers at a price they can afford. Many buyers stretch to get a semi with a garden and then invest in the property over time. Rear extensions, converted lofts, and garage conversions are the practical choices here rather than the high-end schemes you see closer to the centre. The borough also has good transport connections into the City and West End via the Piccadilly line and overground routes, which keeps buyer demand solid and renovation activity consistent throughout the year.
How to Win Jobs in Enfield
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