Updated 13 July 2026 · 230 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.

230

New Leads (30 Days)

£176,316

Average Project Value

94

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.

Extension
199
Loft Conversion
36
Porch
27
Garden Room
19
New Build
18
Garage Conversion
10
Dropped Kerb
3
Heritage
1

In Kingston upon Thames, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (199 of 313 in the last 30 days), with Loft Conversions also showing consistent demand alongside Porches.

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

Side Extension

Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames

£1m+Approved

Details required for refurbishment and extension of County Hall for commercial and residential use.

Double Storey Extension

Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames

£100k–£250kApproved

Demolition of side extension and erection of part single/part two storey side extension to create a two bed dwelling.

Extension

Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames

£100k–£250kApproved

Details required for Conditions 3 and 4 of previous planning permission regarding demolition and extension works.

Extension

Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames

£1m+Approved

Details required for water network condition of previous planning permission.

Wrap-Around Extension

Greater London

£100k–£250kApproved

Erection of two storey side and single storey rear extension.

Loft Conversions

Loft Conversion

Greater London

£100k–£250kApproved

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

£50k–£100kApproved

Demolition of the existing loft conversion and erection of enlarged rear dormer.

Loft Conversion

Greater London

£50k–£100kApproved

Erection of hip to gable and rear dormer roof extension for loft conversion.

Loft Conversion

Greater London

£100k–£250kApproved

Erection of front porch, rear extension, and loft conversion with rooflights.

Loft Conversion

Greater London

£50k–£100kRefused

Demolition of existing dormers and erection of hip to gable and rear dormer roof extension with installation of front rooflights for loft conversion.

Other Projects

New Build

London

£1m+Withdrawn

Details of material samples for construction of external surfaces for a previously approved development of shared living flats.

New Build

Greater London

£100k–£250kApproved

Erection of a two bedroom dwelling in the car park with layout amendments.

Garage Conversion

Greater London

£25k–£50kApproved

Conversion of garage into habitable space with internal alterations.

Garden Room

Greater London

£25k–£50kPending

Details required for Condition 6 regarding fire safety strategy of a previously approved garden studio.

Garden Room

Greater London

£25k–£50kRefused

Demolition of a detached garage and erection of a rear outbuilding.

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+

Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames

Details required for refurbishment and extension of County Hall for commercial and residential use.

Demolition of single storey side extension and erection of part single/part two storey side extension to create 1no. two bed dwelling with access to the rear. Erection of single storey front porch to existing dwelling and conversion from two bed to one bed. Demolition of garage to rear.

£100k–£250k

Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames

Demolition of side extension and erection of part single/part two storey side extension to create a two bed dwelling.

Details required for Condition 3 (Materials on Approved Plans) and Condition 4 (Fire Safety) of planning permission 23/02970/HOU (Demolition of an existing garage, erection of two storey side, part two storey/part single storey rear extension. Hip to gable roof extension with rear dormer and installation of 3nos front rooflights. Installation of solar panels).

£100k–£250k

Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames

Details required for Conditions 3 and 4 of previous planning permission regarding demolition and extension works.

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.

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Planning Application Outcomes in Kingston upon Thames

43%

Approved

45%

Pending

12%

Rejected

In Kingston upon Thames, 43% of planning applications are approved, 45% are still pending, and 12% 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 Kingston upon Thames

Average approval time8 weeks
Typical residential projects8 weeks
New builds8 weeks

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

Domestic90%
Commercial10%

In Kingston upon Thames, the vast majority (90%) 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.

How to Win Jobs in Kingston upon Thames

Contact Homeowners Early

A new planning application is the earliest sign a homeowner is ready to build - reaching out at that stage puts you ahead of contractors waiting for a formal tender.

Focus on Approved Applications

Prioritise leads that have already received planning approval. These homeowners are ready to hire and start work.

Target Higher-Value Projects

Filter for projects over £50k. Fewer builders compete for larger jobs, giving you better margins and longer contracts.

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