Updated 13 July 2026 · 190 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Newham
Get construction leads in Newham as soon as they land on the planning register. See which homeowners and developers across the borough are getting ready to build and reach them before a shortlist forms.
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Data sourced from Newham Council planning records and kept up to date.
190
New Leads (30 Days)
£124,126
Average Project Value
41
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Newham
East Ham, Forest Gate, Plaistow, and Manor Park are dense with Victorian and Edwardian terraces, and loft conversions and rear extensions are a constant across all four. Around Stratford and the Royal Docks, the picture looks completely different - large-scale regeneration tied to the old Olympic site and Custom House has brought a wave of new-build apartment schemes and conversion work that has little in common with a standard domestic extension.
Project Type Breakdown
Here is a breakdown of recent planning applications across Newham by project type, showing where construction activity is currently concentrated.
In Newham, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (178 of 260 in the last 30 days), with Loft Conversions also showing consistent demand alongside Garden Rooms.
Project Value Insights
Splitting Newham applications by rough project value makes it easier to see which ones are worth chasing first.
- £25k – £50kInternal reconfigurations, small rear extensions, and HMO-style conversions
- £50k – £100kStandard loft conversions and single-storey rear extensions
- £100k – £250kSide return extensions, larger refurbishments, and multi-flat conversions
- £250k+New-build apartment schemes and major regeneration-linked projects
The largest project values sit around Stratford and the Royal Docks, where ongoing regeneration supports much bigger budgets than the borough average.
Recent Planning Applications in Newham
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear Extension | City of London | £25k–£50k | Alterations to existing rear extension and front elevation in a conservation area. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | City of London | £50k–£100k | Erection of single storey side and rear extension with roof lights. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | London Borough of Newham | £50k–£100k | Erection of a single storey rear and side extension. | Refused |
| Front Extension | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Erection of part first floor front extension and alterations to the front elevation. | Approved |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Erection of a single-storey rear extension and rebuilding of existing garden storage structure into the HMO. | Refused |
Rear Extension
City of London
Alterations to existing rear extension and front elevation in a conservation area.
Wrap-Around Extension
City of London
Erection of single storey side and rear extension with roof lights.
Wrap-Around Extension
London Borough of Newham
Erection of a single storey rear and side extension.
Front Extension
Greater London
Erection of part first floor front extension and alterations to the front elevation.
Single Storey Rear Extension
Greater London
Erection of a single-storey rear extension and rebuilding of existing garden storage structure into the HMO.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | City of London | £50k–£100k | Application for a lawful development certificate for a loft conversion with rear dormer and skylights. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | London | £50k–£100k | Erection of a rear double dormer roof extension with two front roof lights. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Erection of a loft conversion with side window dormers. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £250k–£1m | Conversion of a maisonette into 3 self-contained flats with loft conversion. | Refused |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Application for a lawful development certificate for a loft conversion with rear dormers. | Approved |
Loft Conversion
City of London
Application for a lawful development certificate for a loft conversion with rear dormer and skylights.
Loft Conversion
London
Erection of a rear double dormer roof extension with two front roof lights.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Erection of a loft conversion with side window dormers.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Conversion of a maisonette into 3 self-contained flats with loft conversion.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Application for a lawful development certificate for a loft conversion with rear dormers.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage | London | £25k–£50k | Installation of internal roller shutter for security in a listed building. | Withdrawn |
| Garden Room | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Demolition of existing outbuilding and erection of a new single-storey one-bedroom dwelling. | Refused |
| Garden Room | Greater London | Under £25k | Installation of a 98-inch wall-mounted TV to an existing external outbuilding. | Withdrawn |
| Heritage | Greater London | £250k–£1m | Change of use from commercial to residential to provide six self-contained flats. | Refused |
| Porch | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Retrospective application for alterations to window positions and modification of the front porch roof. | Withdrawn |
Heritage
London
Installation of internal roller shutter for security in a listed building.
Garden Room
Greater London
Demolition of existing outbuilding and erection of a new single-storey one-bedroom dwelling.
Garden Room
Greater London
Installation of a 98-inch wall-mounted TV to an existing external outbuilding.
Heritage
Greater London
Change of use from commercial to residential to provide six self-contained flats.
Porch
Greater London
Retrospective application for alterations to window positions and modification of the front porch roof.
Data sourced from Newham Council planning records and kept up to date.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of construction opportunities currently moving through the Newham planning system, from domestic extensions to regeneration schemes.
Part demolition of an existing rear extension and the erection of a single storey rear extension and alterations to the front elevation and front boundary. (This application is in the Woodgrange Estate Conservation Area)
£25k–£50kCity of London
Alterations to existing rear extension and front elevation in a conservation area.
Erection of single storey side and rear extension with roof lights.
£50k–£100kCity of London
Erection of single storey side and rear extension with roof lights.
Application for a lawful development certificate (proposed) for a loft conversion with a rear dormer and 3 skylight windows and removal of existing chimney to the main roof.
£50k–£100kCity of London
Application for a lawful development certificate for a loft conversion with rear dormer and skylights.
Erection of single storey rear and side extension and first floor rear extension. (amended description)
£50k–£100kLondon Borough of Newham
Erection of a single storey rear and side extension.
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32%
Approved
55%
Pending
13%
Rejected
In Newham, 32% of planning applications are approved, 55% are still pending, and 13% are rejected. Contacting homeowners early gives you the best chance of winning work.
Reaching out while applications are still active helps you get ahead of the pack.
Based on planning application outcomes over the last 3 months.
Planning Approval Times in Newham
In Newham, 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 Newham
In Newham, the vast majority (85%) 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 Newham
Newham has changed faster than almost any other London borough over the past decade, with the 2012 Olympics and the Elizabeth line at Stratford and Custom House pulling in serious investment. That regeneration work runs alongside a more traditional market: terraced housing here is still comparatively affordable, so owner-occupiers extending or converting for rental income remain a steady source of smaller domestic jobs.
How to Win Jobs in Newham
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