Updated 26 July 2026 · 233 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Kensington and Chelsea
Track live construction leads in Kensington and Chelsea drawn from planning applications submitted to the Royal Borough. Reach homeowners planning basements, refurbishments, and structural works before they start speaking to builders.
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Data sourced from Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea planning records, updated regularly.
233
New Leads (30 Days)
£218,777
Average Project Value
115
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Kensington and Chelsea
Conservation areas cover a large part of Kensington and Chelsea, which shapes what gets approved and where. Above-ground extensions are often restricted, pushing demand toward basement excavations, internal reconfigurations, and mansard roof alterations. The housing stock is varied: Victorian and Edwardian terraces through North Kensington, white stucco townhouses around Notting Hill and Holland Park, mansion blocks in South Kensington and Earl's Court, and mews cottages tucked throughout. Much of this stock is old and in need of substantial work, creating consistent demand for high-specification fit-outs and structural refurbishments.
Project Type Breakdown
Below is a breakdown of the most common construction project types submitted to RBKC planning over the past 30 days.
In Kensington and Chelsea, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (126 of 276 in the last 30 days), with Heritages also showing consistent demand alongside Garden Rooms.
Project Value Insights
Project values in Kensington and Chelsea tend to run higher than most parts of London. Knowing the typical cost ranges helps you focus on the projects that match your capacity and margin targets.
- £25k – £50kInternal fit-outs, outbuilding conversions, and minor structural alterations
- £50k – £100kMews extensions, rear works, and single-storey additions where conservation rules allow
- £100k – £250kMansard roof extensions, substantial refurbishments, and double-storey works
- £250k+Basement excavations, whole-house renovations, and high-specification full-property fit-outs
The highest-value projects are concentrated in areas such as Notting Hill, Holland Park, and Chelsea, where large family townhouses and significant renovation budgets are the norm.
Recent Planning Applications in Kensington and Chelsea
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Extension | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Revisions to lower ground flat including front steps, replacement windows, and proposed extensions. | Approved |
| Rear Extension | Greater London | £250k–£1m | Construction of a basement extension and rear lightwell with a glazed link to the garden. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Internal alterations and side/rear extensions with minor changes. | Approved |
| Extension | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Submission of details for new doors, windows, and internal alterations related to a mansard extension. | Approved |
| Rear Extension | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Construction of a rear lower ground extension. | Pending |
Front Extension
Greater London
Revisions to lower ground flat including front steps, replacement windows, and proposed extensions.
Rear Extension
Greater London
Construction of a basement extension and rear lightwell with a glazed link to the garden.
Wrap-Around Extension
Greater London
Internal alterations and side/rear extensions with minor changes.
Extension
Greater London
Submission of details for new doors, windows, and internal alterations related to a mansard extension.
Rear Extension
Greater London
Construction of a rear lower ground extension.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | London | £50k–£100k | Dormer loft conversion and installation of metal railing. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | London | £50k–£100k | Dormer loft conversion and installation of metal railing to the rear elevation. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion with two rear dormers and three rooflights. | Withdrawn |
Loft Conversion
London
Dormer loft conversion and installation of metal railing.
Loft Conversion
London
Dormer loft conversion and installation of metal railing to the rear elevation.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Loft conversion with two rear dormers and three rooflights.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Restoration of external stone steps. | Approved |
| Heritage | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Landscaping enhancements to front and rear garden, including rooflight and storage space. | Approved |
| Heritage | London | £25k–£50k | Refurbishment of property including window and door replacements, landscaping, and new external WC. | Pending |
| Heritage | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Details required by condition for Listed Building consent regarding external works. | Pending |
| Heritage | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Landscaping enhancements to front and rear garden with storage space. | Withdrawn |
Heritage
Greater London
Restoration of external stone steps.
Heritage
Greater London
Landscaping enhancements to front and rear garden, including rooflight and storage space.
Heritage
London
Refurbishment of property including window and door replacements, landscaping, and new external WC.
Heritage
Greater London
Details required by condition for Listed Building consent regarding external works.
Heritage
Greater London
Landscaping enhancements to front and rear garden with storage space.
Data sourced from Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea planning records, updated regularly.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of active construction opportunities currently visible across Kensington and Chelsea.
Restoration of external stone steps
£25k–£50kGreater London
Restoration of external stone steps.
Revisions to lower ground flat to include replacement windows and proposed extensions to rear, side and internal courtyard.
£100k–£250kGreater London
Revisions to lower ground flat including front steps, replacement windows, and proposed extensions.
Construction of basement extension featuring front and rear lightwells with added rear glazed link over to connect to main rear garden.
£250k–£1mGreater London
Construction of a basement extension and rear lightwell with a glazed link to the garden.
Landscaping enhancements to the front and rear garden, including soft and hard landscaping, as well as a gardeners storage space.
£25k–£50kGreater London
Landscaping enhancements to front and rear garden, including rooflight and storage space.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Outcomes in Kensington and Chelsea
40%
Approved
59%
Pending
1%
Rejected
In Kensington and Chelsea, 40% of planning applications are approved, 59% are still pending, and 1% are rejected. Contacting homeowners early gives you the best chance of winning work.
Getting in touch earlier puts you in a stronger position before others step in.
Based on planning application outcomes over the last 3 months.
Planning Approval Times in Kensington and Chelsea
In Kensington and Chelsea, 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 Kensington and Chelsea
In Kensington and Chelsea, 71% of planning applications are domestic and 29% are commercial. Both segments offer opportunities depending on the scale of work you take on.
Demand for Building Work in Kensington and Chelsea
Property values here are among the highest in the country, which changes how owners approach investment decisions. Adding below-ground space or reconfiguring an existing floor plan can add significant value, and many owners are willing to spend accordingly, whether they are long-term residents or renovating ahead of a sale. At this price bracket, the cost of moving is high enough that upgrading in place often makes more sense than finding somewhere larger.
How to Win Jobs in Kensington and Chelsea
Contact Homeowners Early
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Focus on Approved Applications
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Target Higher-Value Projects
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