Updated 17 September 2026 · 128 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Greenwich
Track construction leads in Greenwich using recently published planning application data from across the borough. See which homeowners are preparing building work and make contact while the project is still being planned.
- Built from Greenwich Council planning submissions
- Find projects while homeowners are still shaping the brief
- No bidding platforms or shared enquiry lists
Data sourced from Greenwich Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
128
New Leads (30 Days)
£116,309
Average Project Value
30
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Greenwich
Greenwich has a varied property mix, from Victorian and Edwardian terraces in Woolwich, Plumstead, and Abbey Wood to larger inter-war semis and detached homes around Eltham and Mottingham. In the denser northern streets, planning applications often focus on rear additions, loft conversions, and layout changes that make compact homes work harder. Further south, larger plots create more scope for side extensions, double-storey work, garage conversions, and garden buildings.
Project Type Breakdown
The breakdown below shows recent planning applications in Greenwich by project type, giving builders a clearer view of the domestic work currently moving through the borough.
In Greenwich, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (108 of 160 in the last 30 days), with Loft Conversions also showing consistent demand alongside Garden Rooms.
Most Active Architects and Planning Consultants in Greenwich
The architects and planning consultants submitting the most construction-related applications in Greenwich, based on recent planning records.
- 1Dimensions- Planning&Architecture
- 2Cityscape PTA
- 3SAM Planning services
- 4Resi Design Ltd
- 5CWL Commercial Limited
- 6Stantec UK Ltd
- 7Kilo Architects
- 8EnGage Reliance Limited
- 9Design Team (Self Employed)
- 10DHA Planning
Project Value Insights
Project values in Greenwich vary by property type and part of the borough. These ranges help you focus on opportunities that match your team, workload, and margins.
- £25k – £50kGarage conversions, outbuildings, and smaller single-storey additions
- £50k – £100kRear extensions, dormer loft conversions, and side returns
- £100k – £250kDouble-storey extensions, wraparounds, and full-house refurbishments
- £250k+Large structural projects, high-spec renovations, and infill new builds
Higher-value schemes are more common around Eltham, Mottingham, Blackheath, and the streets close to Greenwich Park, where larger homes and stronger renovation budgets can support more ambitious work.
Recent Planning Applications in Greenwich
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Storey Extension | Thames House, 7-9 Wellington Street, Woolwich, London, SE18 6PQ | £250k–£1m | Construction of a two-storey upward extension to create seven additional residential units. | Approved |
| Extension | London | £100k–£250k | Upwards extension to provide a second floor with rooflights and window replacements. | Refused |
| Side Extension | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Conversion of side extension into a self-contained dwelling (Use Class C3). | Refused |
| Double Storey Extension | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Construction of first floor extension to create a two storey dwelling and elevational changes. | Withdrawn |
| Double Storey Extension | 118 SANDY HILL ROAD, WOOLWICH, LONDON, SE18 7BA | £100k–£250k | Construction of a single-storey rear infill extension and part two-storey rear extension with rooflights and a Juliet balcony. | Refused |
Double Storey Extension
Thames House, 7-9 Wellington Street, Woolwich, London, SE18 6PQ
Construction of a two-storey upward extension to create seven additional residential units.
Extension
London
Upwards extension to provide a second floor with rooflights and window replacements.
Side Extension
Greater London
Conversion of side extension into a self-contained dwelling (Use Class C3).
Double Storey Extension
Greater London
Construction of first floor extension to create a two storey dwelling and elevational changes.
Double Storey Extension
118 SANDY HILL ROAD, WOOLWICH, LONDON, SE18 7BA
Construction of a single-storey rear infill extension and part two-storey rear extension with rooflights and a Juliet balcony.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Loft conversion with side pitched dormer, two storey side and single storey rear extensions. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £250k–£1m | Retrospective construction of a wrap-around extension and loft conversion with dormers. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | 6 HILLREACH, WOOLWICH, LONDON, SE18 4AJ | £50k–£100k | Certificate of Lawfulness sought for a loft conversion with rear dormer. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Certificate of lawfulness for proposed loft conversion with rear dormer and front velux windows. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Certificate of lawfulness for proposed loft conversion with hip to gable. | Approved |
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Loft conversion with side pitched dormer, two storey side and single storey rear extensions.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Retrospective construction of a wrap-around extension and loft conversion with dormers.
Loft Conversion
6 HILLREACH, WOOLWICH, LONDON, SE18 4AJ
Certificate of Lawfulness sought for a loft conversion with rear dormer.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed loft conversion with rear dormer and front velux windows.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed loft conversion with hip to gable.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Build | Greater London | £250k–£1m | Construction of a three-storey detached dwelling with private amenity space. | Approved |
| New Build | Land Adjacent to Creekside Foyer, Stowage, Greenwich, London, SE8 3ED | £250k–£1m | Application for minor material amendment to planning permission for a four-bedroom detached dwelling. | Refused |
| Garden Room | 4 FURZEFIELD ROAD, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 8TX | £25k–£50k | Replacement of shed and all windows and doors, installation of rooflights. | Approved |
| Dropped Kerb | HAINAULT HOUSE, HAINAULT STREET, NEW ELTHAM, LONDON, SE9 2EG | Under £25k | Submission of details to discharge conditions related to vehicle crossover and traffic order amendment. | Approved |
| New Build | Brookhill Close, Woolwich, London, SE18 6TX | £1m+ | Non-material amendment for car parking design and management plan. | Withdrawn |
New Build
Greater London
Construction of a three-storey detached dwelling with private amenity space.
New Build
Land Adjacent to Creekside Foyer, Stowage, Greenwich, London, SE8 3ED
Application for minor material amendment to planning permission for a four-bedroom detached dwelling.
Garden Room
4 FURZEFIELD ROAD, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 8TX
Replacement of shed and all windows and doors, installation of rooflights.
Dropped Kerb
HAINAULT HOUSE, HAINAULT STREET, NEW ELTHAM, LONDON, SE9 2EG
Submission of details to discharge conditions related to vehicle crossover and traffic order amendment.
New Build
Brookhill Close, Woolwich, London, SE18 6TX
Non-material amendment for car parking design and management plan.
Data sourced from Greenwich Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
Featured Projects
A selection of recent planning applications from across Greenwich that local builders can follow up on.
Construction of a two-storey upward extension to existing mixed use building to create seven (7) additional residential units with associated private terrace areas, cycle parking and refuse storage (Reconsultation) (Revised Plans)(Additional information)
£250k–£1mThames House, 7-9 Wellington Street, Woolwich, London, SE18 6PQ
Construction of a two-storey upward extension to create seven additional residential units.
Demolition of existing dwelling and construction of a three storey detached dwelling with private amenity.
£250k–£1mGreater London
Construction of a three-storey detached dwelling with private amenity space.
An application submitted under Section 73 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 for a minor material amendment in connection with planning permission dated 17/01/2025, ref: 24/2519/F for "Erection of a four-bedroom detached dwelling (Use Class C3) utilising the existing access off Stowage, with associated hard and soft landscaping." to allow: - Deletion of Condition 3 (Car Free Development) - Deletion of Condition 15 (Biodiversity Net Gain) - Deletion of Condition 16 (Biodiversity Gain Plan) - Deletion of Condition 17 (Habitat Management and Monitoring Plan)
£250k–£1mLand Adjacent to Creekside Foyer, Stowage, Greenwich, London, SE8 3ED
Application for minor material amendment to planning permission for a four-bedroom detached dwelling.
Loft conversion with a side pitched dormer, a two storey side and a single storey rear extensions.
£100k–£250kGreater London
Loft conversion with side pitched dormer, two storey side and single storey rear extensions.
Recent applications from across the borough that builders can follow up on.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Outcomes in Greenwich
45%
Approved
36%
Pending
19%
Rejected
In Greenwich, 45% of planning applications are approved, 36% are still pending, and 19% are rejected. Contacting homeowners early gives you the best chance of winning work.
Reaching out while applications are still active helps you get ahead of the pack.
Based on planning application outcomes over the last 3 months.
Planning Approval Times in Greenwich
In Greenwich, 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 Greenwich
In Greenwich, the vast majority (94%) 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 Greenwich
Greenwich has become more attractive to buyers who want south-east London access without the pricing pressure of the most expensive inner boroughs. Elizabeth line connections through Woolwich and Abbey Wood have added to that pull, while older housing stock across the borough creates a practical need for upgrades. Many projects are driven by families trying to improve space, layout, insulation, roofing, and general condition rather than just adding headline square footage.
How to Win Jobs in Greenwich
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Target Higher-Value Projects
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Nearby Areas
Builders working in Greenwich often cover neighbouring south-east London boroughs too. Lewisham, Bexley, Bromley, and Southwark all sit within reach and bring through a useful mix of residential building work.
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