Updated 13 July 2026 · 164 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Redbridge
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Data sourced from Redbridge Council planning records and kept up to date.
164
New Leads (30 Days)
£90,091
Average Project Value
24
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Redbridge
Ilford's Victorian and Edwardian terraces keep loft conversions and rear extensions in steady supply, while Gants Hill and Barkingside's 1930s semis produce a comparable mix of single-storey additions and garage conversions. Wanstead and Woodford sit apart from the rest of the borough - larger detached and semi-detached homes backing onto Epping Forest bring through bigger jobs, including side returns, double-storey extensions, and full renovations, often within conservation area constraints that add detail to the applications.
Project Type Breakdown
Here is a breakdown of recent planning applications across Redbridge by project type, showing where construction activity is currently concentrated.
In Redbridge, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (155 of 221 in the last 30 days), with Loft Conversions also showing consistent demand alongside Garden Rooms.
Project Value Insights
Splitting Redbridge applications by rough budget makes it easier to prioritise which ones are worth chasing first.
- £25k – £50kGarage conversions, small rear extensions, and garden rooms
- £50k – £100kStandard loft conversions and single-storey rear extensions
- £100k – £250kSide return extensions, double-storey additions, and full refurbishments
- £250k+Large detached-home renovations and major structural projects
The bigger budgets tend to cluster around Wanstead, Woodford, and the roads closest to Epping Forest, where larger plots and stronger household incomes support more ambitious builds.
Recent Planning Applications in Redbridge
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Storey Rear Extension | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Prior approval for a single storey rear extension with specified dimensions. | Pending |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Prior approval for a single storey rear extension with a depth of 6.00 metres and height at the eaves of 3.00 metres. | Pending |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Prior approval for a single storey rear extension with a depth of 3.00 metres and height at the eaves of 3.00 metres. | Pending |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Prior approval for a single storey rear extension with a depth of 6.00 metres and height at the eaves of 3.00 metres. | Pending |
| Rear Extension | Greater London | £50k–£100k | First floor rear extension with alterations to fenestrations. | Pending |
Single Storey Rear Extension
Greater London
Prior approval for a single storey rear extension with specified dimensions.
Single Storey Rear Extension
Greater London
Prior approval for a single storey rear extension with a depth of 6.00 metres and height at the eaves of 3.00 metres.
Single Storey Rear Extension
Greater London
Prior approval for a single storey rear extension with a depth of 3.00 metres and height at the eaves of 3.00 metres.
Single Storey Rear Extension
Greater London
Prior approval for a single storey rear extension with a depth of 6.00 metres and height at the eaves of 3.00 metres.
Rear Extension
Greater London
First floor rear extension with alterations to fenestrations.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion with a rear dormer and three front rooflights. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion with rear and side dormers and one front rooflight. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion with rear dormer, two front rooflights, and a detached rear outbuilding. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £50k–£100k | Installation of rear dormer and replacement of rooflights. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Greater London | £100k–£250k | Demolition of rear conservatory and garage conversion with loft conversion and rooflight alterations. | Pending |
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Loft conversion with a rear dormer and three front rooflights.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Loft conversion with rear and side dormers and one front rooflight.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Loft conversion with rear dormer, two front rooflights, and a detached rear outbuilding.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Installation of rear dormer and replacement of rooflights.
Loft Conversion
Greater London
Demolition of rear conservatory and garage conversion with loft conversion and rooflight alterations.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Room | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Detached rear outbuilding with solar panels installed on roof. | Pending |
| Garden Room | London | £50k–£100k | Demolish existing rear garden outbuilding and erect a single storey granny annexe for ancillary use. | Pending |
| Garden Room | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Demolish garage and construct a detached rear outbuilding. | Pending |
| Garden Room | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Proposal for a detached rear outbuilding. | Pending |
| Porch | Greater London | £25k–£50k | Alterations to the existing front porch to form an enclosed glazed porch. | Pending |
Garden Room
Greater London
Detached rear outbuilding with solar panels installed on roof.
Garden Room
London
Demolish existing rear garden outbuilding and erect a single storey granny annexe for ancillary use.
Garden Room
Greater London
Demolish garage and construct a detached rear outbuilding.
Garden Room
Greater London
Proposal for a detached rear outbuilding.
Porch
Greater London
Alterations to the existing front porch to form an enclosed glazed porch.
Data sourced from Redbridge Council planning records and kept up to date.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of construction opportunities currently moving through the Redbridge planning system.
Single storey rear extension with a depth of 6.00 metres, highest point of 4.00 metres and height at the eaves of 3.00 metres.
£50k–£100kGreater London
Prior approval for a single storey rear extension with specified dimensions.
Single storey rear extension with a depth of 6.00 metres, highest point of 3.00 metres and height at the eaves of 3.00 metres.
£50k–£100kGreater London
Prior approval for a single storey rear extension with a depth of 6.00 metres and height at the eaves of 3.00 metres.
Loft conversion with a rear dormer. Three front rooflights. (Summary).
£50k–£100kGreater London
Loft conversion with a rear dormer and three front rooflights.
Single storey rear extension with a depth of 3.00 metres, highest point of 3.00 metres and height at the eaves of 3.00 metres.
£25k–£50kGreater London
Prior approval for a single storey rear extension with a depth of 3.00 metres and height at the eaves of 3.00 metres.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Outcomes in Redbridge
4%
Approved
96%
Pending
0%
Rejected
In Redbridge, 4% of planning applications are approved, 96% are still pending, and 0% 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 Redbridge
In Redbridge, most planning applications are decided within 13 weeks. Smaller projects like extensions tend to be approved more quickly, while larger developments can take longer.
Domestic vs Commercial Projects in Redbridge
In Redbridge, the vast majority (97%) 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 Redbridge
Wanstead and Woodford carry some of the highest property values in outer east London thanks to the forest, good schools, and Central line access, and owners there tend to fund extensions properly rather than scale them back. Ilford, by contrast, remains more affordable and continues to draw buyers priced out of inner London, many of whom plan an extension not long after moving in to make the most of a home bought below its long-term potential.
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