Updated 26 July 2026 · 134 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Kingston upon Thames
Track construction leads in Kingston upon Thames from planning applications as soon as the council logs them. See which homeowners across the borough are preparing to build and reach out before the job is widely quoted.
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Data sourced from Kingston upon Thames Council planning records and kept up to date.
134
New Leads (30 Days)
£208,209
Average Project Value
61
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Kingston upon Thames
Surbiton and New Malden have streets of Victorian and Edwardian terraces where loft conversions and rear extensions are the standard project, while Tolworth and Chessington's 1930s semis bring through more garage conversions and single-storey additions. Coombe, tucked against Richmond Park, is a different market altogether - larger detached homes here generate bigger jobs, including double-storey extensions and full renovations. Around Kingston town centre, the university and strong rental demand also keep a steady flow of flat refurbishments and HMO-style conversions moving through planning.
Project Type Breakdown
Below is a breakdown of recent planning submissions across Kingston upon Thames by project type, showing where construction activity is currently concentrated.
In Kingston upon Thames, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (111 of 187 in the last 30 days), with Loft Conversions also showing consistent demand alongside Garden Rooms.
Project Value Insights
Filtering Kingston upon Thames applications by likely budget makes it easier to focus on the jobs that fit your business.
- £25k – £50kGarage conversions, small flat refurbishments, and garden rooms
- £50k – £100kStandard loft conversions and single-storey rear extensions
- £100k – £250kDouble-storey extensions, wraparounds, and full house refurbishments
- £250k+Large detached-home renovations and major structural projects
The largest budgets are concentrated around Coombe and the roads bordering Richmond Park, where bigger properties and stronger household incomes support more ambitious builds.
Recent Planning Applications in Kingston upon Thames
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Side Extension | Former SCC HQ County Hall Penrhyn Road Kingston Upon Thames KT1 2EA | £1m+ | Details required for refurbishment and extension of County Hall for commercial and residential use. | Approved |
| Extension | Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames | £1m+ | Details required for water network condition of previous planning permission. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Erection of a single storey side/rear extension partially replacing an existing conservatory. | Approved |
| Rear Extension | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Erection of rear dormer roof extension and installation of rooflights with internal alterations. | Approved |
| Extension | New Malden | £250k–£1m | Partial demolition and internal alterations, with new flats and roof extensions. | Refused |
Side Extension
Former SCC HQ County Hall Penrhyn Road Kingston Upon Thames KT1 2EA
Details required for refurbishment and extension of County Hall for commercial and residential use.
Extension
Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames
Details required for water network condition of previous planning permission.
Wrap-Around Extension
Greater London
Erection of a single storey side/rear extension partially replacing an existing conservatory.
Rear Extension
Greater London
Erection of rear dormer roof extension and installation of rooflights with internal alterations.
Extension
New Malden
Partial demolition and internal alterations, with new flats and roof extensions.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Demolition of single-storey rear extension and erection of a single-storey front porch extension, part single/part two-storey rear extension, first-floor side extension, and rear dormer roof extension for loft conversion. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Erection of rear dormer roof extension and installation of roof lantern to existing extension. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Conversion of garage to habitable room, erection of single storey front extension, part two storey rear extension, and side dormer roof extension with rooflights for loft conversion. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Demolition of garage and erection of part two storey/part single storey rear extensions with roof terrace and balcony. | Refused |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £250k–£1m | Demolition of outbuildings and rear conservatory, erection of two storey side and single storey rear extension, and conversion of house into 2 flats. | Approved |
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Demolition of single-storey rear extension and erection of a single-storey front porch extension, part single/part two-storey rear extension, first-floor side extension, and rear dormer roof extension for loft conversion.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Erection of rear dormer roof extension and installation of roof lantern to existing extension.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Conversion of garage to habitable room, erection of single storey front extension, part two storey rear extension, and side dormer roof extension with rooflights for loft conversion.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Demolition of garage and erection of part two storey/part single storey rear extensions with roof terrace and balcony.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Demolition of outbuildings and rear conservatory, erection of two storey side and single storey rear extension, and conversion of house into 2 flats.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Build | London | £1m+ | Details of material samples for construction of external surfaces for a previously approved development of shared living flats. | Withdrawn |
| Garden Room | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Erection of a single storey rear outbuilding for ancillary use. | Approved |
| Garden Room | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Demolition of an existing shed and erection of a single storey outbuilding for use as a home based nail salon. | Approved |
| Garage Conversion | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Conversion of garage to habitable room with changes to front fenestration. | Refused |
| Porch | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Erection of a single storey front porch. | Approved |
New Build
London
Details of material samples for construction of external surfaces for a previously approved development of shared living flats.
Garden Room
Greater London
Erection of a single storey rear outbuilding for ancillary use.
Garden Room
Greater London
Demolition of an existing shed and erection of a single storey outbuilding for use as a home based nail salon.
Garage Conversion
Greater London
Conversion of garage to habitable room with changes to front fenestration.
Porch
Greater London
Erection of a single storey front porch.
Data sourced from Kingston upon Thames Council planning records and kept up to date.
Featured Projects
A look at recent planning submissions from across Kingston upon Thames, spanning family extensions and flat conversions alike.
Details required for Condition 4 (Method Statement) of planning permission 21/03970/LBC (Listed Building Consent for the refurbishment, restoration and extension of the County Hall (Grade II*) to provide flexible commercial use (class E) and residential use (class C3), demolition of The Canteen Building and The Computer Wing Building, erection of replacement buildings of between 2 and 6 storeys for residential use (class C3), alterations to the existing boundary including Nos. 5 & 7 Milner Road, new means of access, associated public realm and landscaping, highway works, car and cycle parking and all ancillary and associated work (Amended Description, Amended Plans and Additional Information Received))
£1m+Former SCC HQ County Hall Penrhyn Road Kingston Upon Thames KT1 2EA
Details required for refurbishment and extension of County Hall for commercial and residential use.
Details required for Condition 15 (water network) of planning permission 25/02354/FUL (Application under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 to carry out development without compliance with Condition 1 (Drawings) for Application Reference Number: 24/00928/FUL (Application under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 to carry out development without compliance with Condition 1 (Drawings) for Application Reference Number: 22/03217/FUL (Recladding and internal reconfiguration of existing building with extensions (3 upper floors to Clarence Street and full height extensions up to 9 storeys to the rear) to create co-living units (sui generis) (in place of 64no. student rooms (sui generis)) with retention of a number of ground floor commercial units (Class E), creation of new café (Class E) and co-working areas (Class E) at ground floor with internal and external residential amenity spaces, bike storage, refuse, disabled car parking, service yard and new basement plant room) dated 27/04/2023. Variation to consist of the provision of a second staircase and associated external additions and alterations including an increase of 2nos. co-living units, reduction in Use Class E floorspace, reduction in residential amenity space, and reduction in cycle storage.) dated 04/04/2025. Variation to consist of roof and screening adjustment; façade and material updates; window and glazing changes; entrance and ventilation modifications; and, access and safety enhancements.)
£1m+Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames
Details required for water network condition of previous planning permission.
Details of Condition 9 (Material Samples) of planning permission 23/02452/FUL (APP/Z5630/W/24/3347888) (Demolition of existing 2-storey house. Erection of 7nos. shared living flats with a total of 50 bedrooms in two separate blocks with associated external communal amenity space, landscaping and bin and cycle stores.) - Samples of the materials to be used in the construction of the external surfaces as shown and annotated on the consented drawings. Please note: These will be hand delivered to the council offices. 1- Long Format ?Roman? brick in pale tone. The same brick is used for solider courses, saw tooth, stretcher bond and perforated ?hit and miss? brickwork. 2- Natural Slate. 3- Weathered steel finish ? covering planters and balustrades. 4- Aluminium frame windows. 5- Slatted timber. 6- Long Format ?Roman? brick in cream tone. The same brick is used for solider courses, saw tooth, stretcher bond and perforated ?hit and miss? brickwork.
£1m+London
Details of material samples for construction of external surfaces for a previously approved development of shared living flats.
Demolition of single storey rear extension. Erection of single storey front porch extension, part single/part two storey rear extension, first floor side extension and rear dormer roof extension with 1no. front rooflight to facilitate loft conversion.
£100k–£250kGreater London
Demolition of single-storey rear extension and erection of a single-storey front porch extension, part single/part two-storey rear extension, first-floor side extension, and rear dormer roof extension for loft conversion.
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44%
Approved
52%
Pending
4%
Rejected
In Kingston upon Thames, 44% of planning applications are approved, 52% are still pending, and 4% are rejected. Contacting homeowners early gives you the best chance of winning work.
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Based on planning application outcomes over the last 3 months.
Planning Approval Times in Kingston upon Thames
In Kingston upon Thames, 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 Kingston upon Thames
In Kingston upon Thames, the vast majority (92%) 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 Kingston upon Thames
Kingston draws a lot of families on the strength of its schools and the direct rail line into Waterloo, and once they're settled, extending tends to win out over moving again given how competitive the local market is. Kingston University and a sizeable private rental sector add a second, steadier stream of smaller refurbishment and conversion work that runs independently of the owner-occupier extension market.
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