Updated 13 July 2026 · 108 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Lambeth
Track construction leads in Lambeth from planning applications as soon as the council logs them. See who is preparing to build across the borough and reach out before the job goes out to quote.
- Sourced directly from Lambeth Council planning decisions
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Data sourced from Lambeth Council planning records and updated on an ongoing basis.
108
New Leads (30 Days)
£307,901
Average Project Value
53
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Lambeth
Rows of Victorian terraces across Clapham, Brixton, and Stockwell generate a steady flow of side return and rear extension applications, often paired with a loft conversion to add a third bedroom. Streatham and West Norwood, with their wider plots and larger Edwardian houses, tend to produce bigger single jobs - full refurbishments and double-storey rear additions rather than small add-ons. Around Vauxhall and the riverside, newer flat developments bring through a different type of work, mostly internal fit-outs and reconfigurations.
Project Type Breakdown
The breakdown below shows what kind of construction projects have recently been submitted across Lambeth, so you can see where the work is concentrated.
In Lambeth, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (69 of 117 in the last 30 days), with New Builds also showing consistent demand alongside Garden Rooms.
Project Value Insights
Grouping Lambeth applications by likely budget makes it easier to decide which ones are worth chasing first.
- £25k – £50kInternal reconfigurations, small loft rooms, and garden studios
- £50k – £100kSide return extensions and standard loft conversions
- £100k – £250kDouble-storey rear extensions and full house refurbishments
- £250k+Basement digs, major structural work, and large-scale renovations
The larger budgets tend to cluster around Clapham Old Town, Streatham, and West Norwood, where bigger properties and stronger household spending support more ambitious projects.
Recent Planning Applications in Lambeth
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear Extension | London Borough of Lambeth | £100k–£250k | Erection of rear ground floor and basement extensions. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | London Borough of Lambeth | £50k–£100k | Erection of a ground floor rear and side infill single storey extension. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | London Borough of Lambeth | £100k–£250k | Erection of a single storey ground floor rear side infill extension and rear dormer roof extension with rooflights. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Erection of a rear/side extension and replacement of existing timber bay window. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Erection of rear and side dormer roof extensions and installation of a rooflight. | Approved |
Rear Extension
London Borough of Lambeth
Erection of rear ground floor and basement extensions.
Wrap-Around Extension
London Borough of Lambeth
Erection of a ground floor rear and side infill single storey extension.
Wrap-Around Extension
London Borough of Lambeth
Erection of a single storey ground floor rear side infill extension and rear dormer roof extension with rooflights.
Wrap-Around Extension
Greater London
Erection of a rear/side extension and replacement of existing timber bay window.
Wrap-Around Extension
Greater London
Erection of rear and side dormer roof extensions and installation of a rooflight.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | 1 Camden Hill Road London Lambeth SE19 1NX | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion with traditional mansard and dormer windows. | Pending |
Loft Conversion
1 Camden Hill Road London Lambeth SE19 1NX
Loft conversion with traditional mansard and dormer windows.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Room | London Borough of Lambeth | £25k–£50k | Replace existing timber shed with new brick bike shed and various landscaping works. | Approved |
| Heritage | London Borough of Lambeth | £25k–£50k | Like-for-like replacement of single glazed windows in flat 14, associated with a full planning application. | Approved |
| Heritage | London Borough of Lambeth | £25k–£50k | Replacement of existing windows with timber framed double glazed windows. | Refused |
| Heritage | London Borough of Lambeth | £25k–£50k | Replacement of existing windows with timber framed double glazed windows. | Refused |
| New Build | London | £1m+ | Application for a non-material amendment following a grant of planning permission for a residential development. | Refused |
Garden Room
London Borough of Lambeth
Replace existing timber shed with new brick bike shed and various landscaping works.
Heritage
London Borough of Lambeth
Like-for-like replacement of single glazed windows in flat 14, associated with a full planning application.
Heritage
London Borough of Lambeth
Replacement of existing windows with timber framed double glazed windows.
Heritage
London Borough of Lambeth
Replacement of existing windows with timber framed double glazed windows.
New Build
London
Application for a non-material amendment following a grant of planning permission for a residential development.
Data sourced from Lambeth Council planning records and updated on an ongoing basis.
Featured Projects
A look at recent planning submissions from across Lambeth, spanning both domestic extensions and flat refurbishments.
Replace existing timber shed and razor wire with new brick bike shed and enclosing of open area to form cloakroom. Installation of planted borders to both sides of driveway, new fencing, new brick gate posts, new planting scheme, new LED exterior lighting and new bin stores
£25k–£50kLondon Borough of Lambeth
Replace existing timber shed with new brick bike shed and various landscaping works.
Replacement of single glazed timber framed windows serving flat 14, with single glazed timber framed windows (like for like replacement) (Please note: The reference number for this Listed Building Consent application is 26/00800/LB but there is also an associated application for Full Planning Permission related to these works with reference number: 26/00799/FUL).
£25k–£50kLondon Borough of Lambeth
Like-for-like replacement of single glazed windows in flat 14, associated with a full planning application.
Erection of rear ground floor and basement extensions with associated works and terrace.
£100k–£250kLondon Borough of Lambeth
Erection of rear ground floor and basement extensions.
Erection of a ground floor rear wrap around extension.
£50k–£100kLondon Borough of Lambeth
Erection of a ground floor rear and side infill single storey extension.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Outcomes in Lambeth
25%
Approved
65%
Pending
10%
Rejected
In Lambeth, 25% of planning applications are approved, 65% are still pending, and 10% 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 Lambeth
In Lambeth, 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 Lambeth
In Lambeth, 77% of planning applications are domestic and 23% are commercial. Both segments offer opportunities depending on the scale of work you take on.
Demand for Building Work in Lambeth
Lambeth has a large private rental sector, and landlords here often invest in a refurbishment or a layout change between tenancies to justify a higher rent, which keeps a separate stream of work running alongside owner-occupier projects. Combined with how costly it is to move even a short distance within the borough, that means building work stays fairly constant regardless of what the wider sales market is doing.
How to Win Jobs in Lambeth
Contact Homeowners Early
A new planning application is the earliest sign a homeowner or landlord 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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