Updated 21 September 2026 · 188 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Havering
Find construction leads in Havering as soon as they hit the planning register. See which homeowners across the borough are preparing to build and get in touch before a shortlist forms.
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Data sourced from Havering Council planning records and kept up to date.
188
New Leads (30 Days)
£112,633
Average Project Value
45
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Havering
Romford, Hornchurch, and Elm Park are built up mostly of interwar semis, and loft conversions plus rear extensions are the standard way owners squeeze an extra bedroom out of them. Upminster and Cranham sit closer to the green belt with noticeably bigger plots, so applications there tend to be bulkier - double-storey extensions, garages turned into full annexes, and the odd outbuilding for a home office. Down towards Rainham, new riverside development is adding a separate stream of new-build and conversion work.
Project Type Breakdown
Here is a breakdown of recent planning applications across Havering by project type, showing where construction activity is currently concentrated.
In Havering, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (158 of 264 in the last 30 days), with Loft Conversions also showing consistent demand alongside Garden Rooms.
Project Value Insights
Splitting Havering applications by rough budget makes it easier to see which ones are worth chasing first.
- £25k – £50kGarage conversions, small rear extensions, and garden outbuildings
- £50k – £100kStandard loft conversions and single-storey rear extensions
- £100k – £250kDouble-storey extensions, wraparounds, and full house refurbishments
- £250k+Larger detached-home renovations and new-build or conversion projects
The bigger budgets tend to appear around Upminster, Cranham, and parts of the Rainham riverside development, where larger plots and newer housing support more ambitious builds.
Recent Planning Applications in Havering
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extension | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Removal of existing flat roof extension and outbuilding, replaced with a new flat roof extension. | Approved |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Proposal for a single storey rear extension. | Approved |
| Side Extension | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Extensions to former Quaker Meeting Hall for use as a learning and non-residential institution. | Refused |
| Single Storey Side Extension | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Demolition of side garage and replacement with a single storey extension. | Approved |
| Rear Extension | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Ground floor rear extension. | Approved |
Extension
Greater London
Removal of existing flat roof extension and outbuilding, replaced with a new flat roof extension.
Single Storey Rear Extension
Greater London
Proposal for a single storey rear extension.
Side Extension
Greater London
Extensions to former Quaker Meeting Hall for use as a learning and non-residential institution.
Single Storey Side Extension
Greater London
Demolition of side garage and replacement with a single storey extension.
Rear Extension
Greater London
Ground floor rear extension.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | London Borough of Havering | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion with rear dormer and front skylights. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Certificate of lawfulness proposed for a loft conversion with rear dormer and skylights. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Certificate of lawfulness for a proposed loft conversion with dormer. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Single storey side/rear extension and loft conversion with rear dormer. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed loft conversion with rear dormer and roof lights. | Approved |
Loft Conversion
London Borough of Havering
Loft conversion with rear dormer and front skylights.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Certificate of lawfulness proposed for a loft conversion with rear dormer and skylights.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Certificate of lawfulness for a proposed loft conversion with dormer.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Single storey side/rear extension and loft conversion with rear dormer.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed loft conversion with rear dormer and roof lights.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Build | Greater London | £250k–£1m | Construction of a 3-bedroom end terrace dwelling with parking and vehicular access. | Approved |
| Dropped Kerb | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Relocation of site entrance and formation of new parking area with vehicle crossover. | Approved |
| Garden Room | Greater London | Under £25k | Installation of a garden outbuilding. | Approved |
| Porch | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Retrospective application for the erection of a front porch. | Approved |
| Garage Conversion | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Conversion of garage into a habitable room with WC. | Approved |
New Build
Greater London
Construction of a 3-bedroom end terrace dwelling with parking and vehicular access.
Dropped Kerb
Greater London
Relocation of site entrance and formation of new parking area with vehicle crossover.
Garden Room
Greater London
Installation of a garden outbuilding.
Porch
Greater London
Retrospective application for the erection of a front porch.
Garage Conversion
Greater London
Conversion of garage into a habitable room with WC.
Data sourced from Havering Council planning records and kept up to date.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of construction opportunities currently moving through the Havering planning system.
Loft conversion with rear dormer and front skylights.
£50k–£100kLondon Borough of Havering
Loft conversion with rear dormer and front skylights.
Remove existing flat roof extension and outbuilding to rear of main house and replace with new flat roof extension. Replace existing doors and windows and re-render external walls to main house
£50k–£100kGreater London
Removal of existing flat roof extension and outbuilding, replaced with a new flat roof extension.
Construction of a 3xbed end terrace dwelling with parking and amenities including vehicular access to front
£250k–£1mGreater London
Construction of a 3-bedroom end terrace dwelling with parking and vehicular access.
Single Storey Rear Extension
£50k–£100kGreater London
Proposal for a single storey rear extension.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Outcomes in Havering
49%
Approved
46%
Pending
5%
Rejected
In Havering, 49% of planning applications are approved, 46% are still pending, and 5% 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 Havering
In Havering, 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 Havering
In Havering, the vast majority (88%) 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 Havering
Havering is one of the more affordable parts of outer London, which means a family that has outgrown its house often finds it cheaper to extend than to trade up within the same area, especially with the Elizabeth line at Romford making the commute into central London more workable than it used to be. That combination keeps demand for extensions and loft conversions fairly dependable, even in a borough where average house prices sit well below the London mean.
How to Win Jobs in Havering
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