Updated 22 October 2026 · 106 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
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Data sourced from Greenwich Council planning records and refreshed regularly.

106

New Leads (30 Days)

£110,024

Average Project Value

23

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.

Extension
84
Loft Conversion
22
Garage Conversion
10
New Build
10
Garden Room
7
Heritage
5
Porch
4
Dropped Kerb
2

In Greenwich, Extensions are the most common project type, appearing in 84 of the 106 leads tracked in the last 30 days, with Loft Conversions also showing consistent demand alongside Garage Conversions. Projects can fall into more than one category, so these figures don't need to add up to the total.

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.

  1. 1Dimensions- Planning&Architecture
  2. 2SAM Planning services
  3. 3Freedom Homes Architects
  4. 4Resi Design Ltd
  5. 5Cityscape PTA
  6. 6James Kay Architects
  7. 7M C S Design Architectural Services
  8. 8ATP Architects + Building Surveyors Ltd
  9. 9LM Planning Ltd
  10. 10Enaid Limited

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

Extension

THE ECOLOGY PARK GATEHOUSE, JOHN HARRISON WAY, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 0QZ

£50k–£100kApproved

Retrofit and minor extensions of Gatehouse with associated works.

Extension

49 TEWSON ROAD, LONDON, SE18 1BB

£250k–£1mWithdrawn

Application for minor material amendment related to HMO change of use and extensions.

Single Storey Rear Extension

42 MYCENAE ROAD, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 7SG

£50k–£100kRefused

Demolition of existing conservatory and construction of a single storey rear extension.

Double Storey Extension

31 GREENHITHE CLOSE, SIDCUP, LONDON, DA15 8EF

£100k–£250kApproved

Demolition of side extension and construction of an attached two-storey dwellinghouse.

Wrap-Around Extension

48 CHANCELOT ROAD, ABBEY WOOD, LONDON, SE2 0ND

£50k–£100kRefused

Construction of a single-storey side/rear wraparound extension with rooflights.

Loft Conversions

Loft Conversion

15 GOUROCK ROAD, ELTHAM, LONDON, SE9 1JA

£50k–£100kApproved

Retrospective installation of hip to gable roof and loft conversion with rear dormer.

Loft Conversion

Greater London

£50k–£100kApproved

Construction of a hip to gable loft conversion.

Loft Conversion

97 ANNANDALE ROAD, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 0JY

£100k–£250kRefused

Single-storey rear infill extension and L-shaped rear dormer loft conversion with raised ridge line.

Loft Conversion

340 WELL HALL ROAD, ELTHAM, LONDON, SE9 6UE

£50k–£100kApproved

Loft conversion with installation of Velux rooflights and associated works.

Loft Conversion

44 DUMBRECK ROAD, ELTHAM, LONDON, SE9 1XG

£100k–£250kApproved

Demolition of existing two-storey rear extension and construction of a like-for-like two-storey rear extension with hip-to-gable roof, rear dormer with Juliet balcony and rooflights.

Other Projects

New Build

Greater London

£100k–£250kApproved

Subdivision of land and erection of a new two-storey residential dwelling.

Heritage

36 CROOMS HILL, LONDON, SE10 8ER

£100k–£250kApproved

Conversion of garage into a self-contained residential unit with various enhancements.

Heritage

SOUTHEND HOUSE, 141 FOOTSCRAY ROAD, ELTHAM

£50k–£100kApproved

External works to flats including removal of cladding and rendering, affecting a Grade 2 listed building.

Heritage

SOUTHEND HOUSE, 141 FOOTSCRAY ROAD, ELTHAM

£100k–£250kApproved

External works to flats including removal of cladding and rendering, affecting a Grade 2 listed building.

New Build

107 MCLEOD ROAD, ABBEY WOOD, LONDON, SE2 0BW

£250k–£1mApproved

Construction of a two-storey dwellinghouse with access and private amenity space.

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.

Retrofit and minor extensions of Gatehouse, replacement of WC block and other associated works.

£50k–£100k

THE ECOLOGY PARK GATEHOUSE, JOHN HARRISON WAY, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 0QZ

Retrofit and minor extensions of Gatehouse with associated works.

Subdivision of land at 8 Lionel Gardens and the erection of a new two storey residential dwellinghouse (Use Class C3), with associated landscaping, cycle storage, and associated external alterations.(re-consultation)

£100k–£250k

Greater London

Subdivision of land and erection of a new two-storey residential dwelling.

Conversion of existing garage into a self-contained residential unit, internal reconfiguration, replacement of rooflights and front door, addition of windows, juliet balcony and rear elevation door, partial blocking up of existing garage door, various repair and refurbishment works, and construction of boundary wall, and all associated works.

£100k–£250k

36 CROOMS HILL, LONDON, SE10 8ER

Conversion of garage into a self-contained residential unit with various enhancements.

Retrospective installation of hip to gable roof and raising of the roof ridge; loft conversion incorporating a rear dormer, removal of chimney and installation of a rooflight and associated works.

£50k–£100k

15 GOUROCK ROAD, ELTHAM, LONDON, SE9 1JA

Retrospective installation of hip to gable roof and loft conversion with rear dormer.

Recent applications from across the borough that builders can follow up on.

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Planning Application Status in Greenwich

41%

Approved

46%

Pending

13%

Refused

In Greenwich, 41% of planning applications are approved, 46% are still pending, and 13% are refused. Pending applications can give builders an opportunity to make contact while projects are still at an early stage.

Reaching out while applications are still active helps you get ahead of the pack.

Based on planning applications submitted over the last 30 days.

Planning Approval Times in Greenwich

Median approval time8 weeks
Typical residential projects8 weeks
New builds20 weeks

Among applications tracked by BuildAlert in Greenwich, the median time from submission to decision is 8 weeks. Smaller projects like extensions tend to be approved more quickly, while larger developments can take longer.

Based on approved applications with recorded decision dates over the last 3 months.

Domestic vs Commercial Projects in Greenwich

Domestic86%
Commercial14%

In Greenwich, the vast majority (86%) 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

Contact Homeowners Early

Planning applications show who is preparing building work. Getting in touch at that stage helps you start the conversation before the project is widely quoted.

Focus on Approved Applications

Approved applications can be particularly valuable because the project has cleared a major planning hurdle and may be moving closer to construction.

Target Higher-Value Projects

Filter by estimated project value to focus your outreach on jobs that match the size and type of work your business takes on.

How BuildAlert Works

Three steps to start finding construction work in Greenwich through planning application data.

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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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