Updated 13 July 2026 · 327 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.
327
New Leads (30 Days)
£123,547
Average Project Value
90
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 (279 of 439 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wrap-Around Extension | London Borough of Havering | £250k–£1m | Part single, part two storey side and rear extensions with loft conversion and porch. | Approved |
| Double Storey Extension | Hornchurch | £250k–£1m | Two storey side extension for new ground floor unit and first floor flat creation. | Approved |
| Rear Extension | London Borough of Havering | £50k–£100k | First floor rear extension. | Refused |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | London Borough of Havering | £50k–£100k | Retrospective application for single storey rear extension. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | London Borough of Havering | £100k–£250k | Two storey side extension and outbuilding to rear. | Approved |
Wrap-Around Extension
London Borough of Havering
Part single, part two storey side and rear extensions with loft conversion and porch.
Double Storey Extension
Hornchurch
Two storey side extension for new ground floor unit and first floor flat creation.
Rear Extension
London Borough of Havering
First floor rear extension.
Single Storey Rear Extension
London Borough of Havering
Retrospective application for single storey rear extension.
Wrap-Around Extension
London Borough of Havering
Two storey side extension and outbuilding to rear.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | London Borough of Havering | £250k–£1m | Change of use from existing HMO to an 8-person HMO with loft conversion and storage provisions. | Refused |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Single storey rear extension and hip to gable loft conversion with a rear dormer. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion for additional living space. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Hip to gable loft conversion with rear dormer and front roof lights. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Certificate of lawfulness for a loft conversion. | Approved |
Loft Conversion
London Borough of Havering
Change of use from existing HMO to an 8-person HMO with loft conversion and storage provisions.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Single storey rear extension and hip to gable loft conversion with a rear dormer.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Loft conversion for additional living space.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Hip to gable loft conversion with rear dormer and front roof lights.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Certificate of lawfulness for a loft conversion.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dropped Kerb | London Borough of Havering | Under £25k | Application for a dropped kerb. | Approved |
| New Build | London Borough of Havering | £250k–£1m | Construction of a single storey, 3 bedroom detached dwelling with garden and parking. | Approved |
| Garden Room | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Outbuilding to the rear, ancillary to the existing dwelling. | Approved |
| Garden Room | Greater London | £250k–£1m | Construction of a replacement dwelling with basement and ancillary structures after demolition. | Approved |
| Garden Room | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Proposal for a garden outbuilding. | Approved |
Dropped Kerb
London Borough of Havering
Application for a dropped kerb.
New Build
London Borough of Havering
Construction of a single storey, 3 bedroom detached dwelling with garden and parking.
Garden Room
Greater London
Outbuilding to the rear, ancillary to the existing dwelling.
Garden Room
Greater London
Construction of a replacement dwelling with basement and ancillary structures after demolition.
Garden Room
Greater London
Proposal for a garden outbuilding.
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.
Part single, part two storey side and rear extensions, new front porch, roof enlargement with an increase in ridge height to facilitate conversion of loft to habitable use with rear dormer and alterations to fenestration
£250k–£1mLondon Borough of Havering
Part single, part two storey side and rear extensions with loft conversion and porch.
Two storey side extension to allow for new Use Class E(a) ground floor unit and creation of 1 x 1-bed first floor flat with cycle store and amenity space to rear, and alterations to existing flat
£250k–£1mHornchurch
Two storey side extension for new ground floor unit and first floor flat creation.
First floor rear extension
£50k–£100kLondon Borough of Havering
First floor rear extension.
Dropped Kerb
Under £25kLondon Borough of Havering
Application for a dropped kerb.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Outcomes in Havering
52%
Approved
42%
Pending
6%
Rejected
Most planning applications in Havering are approved, meaning a large proportion of these projects go ahead and become real building jobs. This creates strong opportunities for builders who contact homeowners early.
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 9 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 (91%) 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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