Updated 8 October 2026 · 204 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.
204
New Leads (30 Days)
£162,692
Average Project Value
77
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Heritages
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, Heritages are the most common project type, appearing in 116 of the 204 leads tracked in the last 30 days, with Extensions also showing consistent demand alongside Loft 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 Kensington and Chelsea
The architects and planning consultants submitting the most construction-related applications in Kensington and Chelsea, based on recent planning records.
- 1Savills
- 2ADL Planning Pty Ltd
- 3Newmark
- 4Phillips Planning Services Limited
- 5Maddox Planning
- 6TJR Planning
- 7AD Heritage Planning
- 8Montagu Evans LLP
- 9Peek Architecture Ltd
- 10Smith Jenkins Ltd
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extension | 47 Melbury Road, London, W14 8AD | £100k–£250k | Variation of condition for modifications to building design and layout for two single family dwelling houses. | Approved |
| Double Storey Extension | 25 Victoria Grove, London, W8 5RW | £100k–£250k | Demolition and replacement of two storey closet wing with minor extension. | Approved |
| Double Storey Extension | 25 Victoria Grove, London, W8 5RW | £100k–£250k | Demolition and replacement of non-original two storey closet wing with minor extensions. | Approved |
| Extension | 15-35 Notting Hill Gate, London, W11 3JQ | Replacement of external facades and ground floor works including new office entrance. | Approved | |
| Extension | Greater London | £250k–£1m | Extensions to basement and upper levels for flexible Class E use with external alterations. | Refused |
Extension
47 Melbury Road, London, W14 8AD
Variation of condition for modifications to building design and layout for two single family dwelling houses.
Double Storey Extension
25 Victoria Grove, London, W8 5RW
Demolition and replacement of two storey closet wing with minor extension.
Double Storey Extension
25 Victoria Grove, London, W8 5RW
Demolition and replacement of non-original two storey closet wing with minor extensions.
Extension
15-35 Notting Hill Gate, London, W11 3JQ
Replacement of external facades and ground floor works including new office entrance.
Extension
Greater London
Extensions to basement and upper levels for flexible Class E use with external alterations.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £250k–£1m | Lower ground floor rear extension, infill extension, loft conversion with mansard roof, and window replacements. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | 481 Latimer Road, London, W10 6RD | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion with two rear dormers and three front roof skylights. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | 101 Dovehouse Street, London, SW3 6JZ | £50k–£100k | Formation of a rear mansard roof extension with two rear dormers and multiple rooflights. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | 4 Rawlings Street, London, SW3 2LS | £100k–£250k | Extensions and alterations at basement, ground floor and loft levels, including loft works and basement alterations. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Second/third Floor Flat, 6 Wetherby Gardens, London, SW5 0JN | £50k–£100k | Replacement windows, addition of a front dormer, roof alterations and rooflights, mezzanine/loft reconfiguration and internal refurbishment. | Pending |
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Lower ground floor rear extension, infill extension, loft conversion with mansard roof, and window replacements.
Loft Conversion
481 Latimer Road, London, W10 6RD
Loft conversion with two rear dormers and three front roof skylights.
Loft Conversion
101 Dovehouse Street, London, SW3 6JZ
Formation of a rear mansard roof extension with two rear dormers and multiple rooflights.
Loft Conversion
4 Rawlings Street, London, SW3 2LS
Extensions and alterations at basement, ground floor and loft levels, including loft works and basement alterations.
Loft Conversion
Second/third Floor Flat, 6 Wetherby Gardens, London, SW5 0JN
Replacement windows, addition of a front dormer, roof alterations and rooflights, mezzanine/loft reconfiguration and internal refurbishment.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage | London | £25k–£50k | Internal structural alterations to lower ground and ground floors. | Approved |
| Heritage | The French Institute, Queensberry Place, London, SW7 2DT | Refurbishment of cinema auditorium with new finishes and seating. | Approved | |
| Heritage | 33 Stanhope Gardens, London, SW7 5QY | £25k–£50k | Replacement of windows and repairs to roof skylight. | Approved |
| Heritage | 42-43 Egerton Crescent, London, SW3 2ED | £50k–£100k | Internal works to infill openings in party wall and reinstate two separate family homes. | Approved |
| Heritage | Basement Flat, 74 Cadogan Square, London, SW1X 0EA | £25k–£50k | Removal of internal walls to enlarge the front room of a studio flat. | Approved |
Heritage
London
Internal structural alterations to lower ground and ground floors.
Heritage
The French Institute, Queensberry Place, London, SW7 2DT
Refurbishment of cinema auditorium with new finishes and seating.
Heritage
33 Stanhope Gardens, London, SW7 5QY
Replacement of windows and repairs to roof skylight.
Heritage
42-43 Egerton Crescent, London, SW3 2ED
Internal works to infill openings in party wall and reinstate two separate family homes.
Heritage
Basement Flat, 74 Cadogan Square, London, SW1X 0EA
Removal of internal walls to enlarge the front room of a studio flat.
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.
Variation of Condition 2 of PP/19/01557 (Demolition of 8 garages and erection of a two storey building with mansard roof and single storey basement to provide two single family dwelling houses with off-street parking for 2 cars and associated landscaping on land rear of 47 Melbury Road. Erection of pedestrian and vehicular gates and railings fronting Melbury Road; and underpinning works to rear boundary wall) to allow for:Modifications to the buildings' footprint and design;Removal of lightwells;Relocation of car parking bays and cycle stores;Relocation of plant and provision of solar panels on the main roof; andChanges to internal layouts.
£100k–£250k47 Melbury Road, London, W14 8AD
Variation of condition for modifications to building design and layout for two single family dwelling houses.
Internal structural alterations to lower ground floor and ground floor.??
£25k–£50kLondon
Internal structural alterations to lower ground and ground floors.
Proposed demolition, replacement and minor extension of non-original two storey closet wing; replacement of rear lower ground floor window with French doors (window reused in the replacement wing); replacement of side access gate and installation of front railings and gate; fenestration enhancements and internal alterations at all levels. Replacement of rear dormer at roof level.
£100k–£250k25 Victoria Grove, London, W8 5RW
Demolition and replacement of two storey closet wing with minor extension.
Proposed demolition, replacement and minor extension of non-original two storey closet wing; replacement of rear lower ground floor window with French doors (window reused in the replacement wing); replacement of side access gate and installation of front railings and gate; fenestration enhancements and internal alterations at all levels. Replacement of rear dormer at roof level.
£100k–£250k25 Victoria Grove, London, W8 5RW
Demolition and replacement of non-original two storey closet wing with minor extensions.
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35%
Approved
62%
Pending
3%
Refused
In Kensington and Chelsea, 35% of planning applications are approved, 62% are still pending, and 3% are refused. Pending applications can give builders an opportunity to make contact while projects are still at an early stage.
Getting in touch earlier puts you in a stronger position before others step in.
Based on planning applications submitted over the last 30 days.
Planning Approval Times in Kensington and Chelsea
Among applications tracked by BuildAlert in Kensington and Chelsea, 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 Kensington and Chelsea
In Kensington and Chelsea, 60% of planning applications are domestic and 40% 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
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