Updated 26 July 2026 · 161 new leads in the last 30 days

Construction Leads in Redbridge

Pick up construction leads in Redbridge as soon as they appear on the planning register. See which homeowners across the borough are preparing to build and reach out before a shortlist forms.

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Data sourced from Redbridge Council planning records and kept up to date.

161

New Leads (30 Days)

£96,118

Average Project Value

25

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.

Extension
148
Loft Conversion
47
Garden Room
16
Garage Conversion
2
Porch
2
New Build
2
Heritage
0
Dropped Kerb
0

In Redbridge, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (148 of 217 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

Single Storey Rear Extension

Greater London

£50k–£100kPending

Single storey rear extension with patio and steps to garden.

Single Storey Rear Extension

Greater London

£50k–£100kPending

Single storey rear extension with a depth of 6.00 metres.

Single Storey Rear Extension

Greater London

£50k–£100kPending

Prior approval for a single storey rear extension with specified dimensions.

Single Storey Rear Extension

Greater London

£50k–£100kPending

Single storey rear extension with a depth of 6.00 metres.

Single Storey Rear Extension

Greater London

£50k–£100kPending

Single storey rear extension with a depth of 6.00 metres.

Loft Conversions

Loft Conversion

Greater London

£100k–£250kPending

Loft conversion with rear dormer and change of use from dwellinghouse to children's day nursery.

Loft Conversion

Greater London

£50k–£100kPending

Loft conversion with a rear dormer and two front rooflights.

Loft Conversion

Greater London

£50k–£100kPending

Loft conversion with a rear dormer and new window to gable end.

Loft Conversion

Greater London

£50k–£100kPending

Loft conversion with a rear dormer and three front roof lights.

Loft Conversion

Greater London

£50k–£100kPending

Loft conversion with a rear dormer and two front rooflights.

Other Projects

Garden Room

Greater London

£25k–£50kPending

Proposal for a detached rear outbuilding.

Porch

Greater London

£25k–£50kPending

Alterations to the existing front porch to form an enclosed glazed porch.

Garden Room

Greater London

£25k–£50kPending

Proposal for a detached rear outbuilding.

New Build

DEVELOPMENT AT 71 GEORGE LANE IN, STATION PASSAGE, SOUTH WOODFORD, LONDON

£100k–£250kPending

Demolish existing rear structure and construct a new building with two flats and associated amenities.

Garden Room

Greater London

£25k–£50kPending

Proposal for a detached rear outbuilding.

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.

Loft conversion with rear dormer. Change of use from a dwellinghouse to a children's day nursery. (Summary)

£100k–£250k

Greater London

Loft conversion with rear dormer and change of use from dwellinghouse to children's day nursery.

Loft conversion with a rear dormer. Two front rooflights. (Summary).

£50k–£100k

Greater London

Loft conversion with a rear dormer and two front rooflights.

Single storey rear extension with a patio and steps leading into the garden. (Su

£50k–£100k

Greater London

Single storey rear extension with patio and steps to garden.

Loft conversion with a rear dormer. Two front roof lights. New window to gable e

£50k–£100k

Greater London

Loft conversion with a rear dormer and new window to gable end.

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Planning 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

Average approval time11 weeks
Typical residential projects11 weeks
New builds8–10 weeks

In Redbridge, most planning applications are decided within 11 weeks. Smaller projects like extensions tend to be approved more quickly, while larger developments can take longer.

Domestic vs Commercial Projects in Redbridge

Domestic94%
Commercial6%

In Redbridge, the vast majority (94%) 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.

How to Win Jobs in Redbridge

Contact Homeowners Early

A fresh planning application is the earliest sign a homeowner is ready to build - contacting them at that point beats waiting to be invited to quote.

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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Nearby Areas

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