Updated 23 September 2026 · 134 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Trafford
Access construction leads in Trafford by tracking newly submitted planning applications. See which homeowners and developers across the borough are preparing extensions, loft conversions, and new builds, and get in touch before they begin shortlisting builders.
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Data sourced from Trafford Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
134
New Leads (30 Days)
£130,037
Average Project Value
57
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Trafford
Trafford covers some of Greater Manchester's most varied housing markets, from Altrincham's affluent town centre to the industrial land around Trafford Park. Altrincham has undergone a well-documented regeneration around its Market Quarter — anchored by the Market House food hall — and the redevelopment of the former Rackhams department store as part of the wider Stamford Quarter scheme, reviving what had been a struggling high street into one of the region's most sought-after town centres. Bowdon, adjoining Altrincham, is one of the wealthiest parts of the North West, dominated by large detached houses on generous plots that generate high-value extension and refurbishment work. Sale and Stretford, closer to Manchester, have a more typical mix of Victorian and inter-war suburban housing, producing a steady flow of extensions and loft conversions. Trafford Park, one of the world's first purpose-built industrial estates, continues to see commercial and light-industrial redevelopment rather than residential activity.
Project Type Breakdown
Here's a breakdown of the most common types of construction projects in Trafford over the past 30 days.
In Trafford, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (122 of 164 in the last 30 days), with Porches also showing consistent demand alongside Garden Rooms.
Most Active Architects and Planning Consultants in Trafford
The architects and planning consultants submitting the most construction-related applications in Trafford, based on recent planning records.
- 1Northedge Architecture
- 2Cube Design Solutions
- 3Plans To Build It Ltd
- 4HED Architecture LTD
- 5Linberg Design Associates Limited
- 6Reid Design Limited
- 7MD Design Consultancy
- 8AG Architectural Solutions Ltd.
- 9ARC Design Services Ltd
- 10The Design Room
Project Value Insights
Understanding typical project values in Trafford helps you prioritise the most profitable leads and manage your workload effectively. These ranges are a general guide to the scale of work involved — individual project costs vary by design, specification, and site conditions.
- £25k – £50kSmall extensions, porches, and internal alterations
- £50k – £100kRear extensions and loft conversions
- £100k – £250kLarge extensions and full property refurbishments
- £250k+New builds and high-end residential projects
Higher-value projects are especially common in Bowdon and Altrincham, where larger properties and more extensive upgrades are the norm.
Recent Planning Applications in Trafford
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Storey Front Extension | Sale | £100k–£250k | Single storey rear extension, new shopfront and external ramp. | Approved |
| Extension | Unit 1 And Unit 2 Westpoint Enterprise Park Clarence Avenue Trafford Park Manchester M17 1QS | Under £25k | Non-material amendment to planning permission involving changes to windows and site layout. | Approved |
| Single Storey Side Extension | Altrincham | £50k–£100k | Erection of single storey side extension with associated external alterations. | Approved |
| Single Storey Front Extension | 1 Wainwright Road Altrincham WA14 4BS | £100k–£250k | Erection of single storey rear extension and amendments to front elevations. | Approved |
| Extension | 1221 Chester Road Stretford | £100k–£250k | Erection of first floor extension for expanded showroom facilities. | Approved |
Single Storey Front Extension
Sale
Single storey rear extension, new shopfront and external ramp.
Extension
Unit 1 And Unit 2 Westpoint Enterprise Park Clarence Avenue Trafford Park Manchester M17 1QS
Non-material amendment to planning permission involving changes to windows and site layout.
Single Storey Side Extension
Altrincham
Erection of single storey side extension with associated external alterations.
Single Storey Front Extension
1 Wainwright Road Altrincham WA14 4BS
Erection of single storey rear extension and amendments to front elevations.
Extension
1221 Chester Road Stretford
Erection of first floor extension for expanded showroom facilities.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | Trafford | £50k–£100k | Certificate application for a single storey rear extension and loft conversion. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | 6 Hapton Avenue Stretford Manchester M32 8JN | £50k–£100k | Formation of a rear dormer for additional space. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | 20 Moorlands Avenue Davyhulme Manchester M41 5TB | £50k–£100k | Certificate of proposed lawful development for the formation of a rear dormer. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Trafford | £50k–£100k | Demolish existing rear extension and build part single/part two-storey rear extension with rear dormer, install two front rooflights and alter windows. | Refused |
| Loft Conversion | 45 Thirlmere Road Partington Manchester M31 4PR | £50k–£100k | Certificate of Proposed Lawful Development for a loft conversion with rear-facing dormer, elevation changes and new French doors. | Pending |
Loft Conversion
Trafford
Certificate application for a single storey rear extension and loft conversion.
Loft Conversion
6 Hapton Avenue Stretford Manchester M32 8JN
Formation of a rear dormer for additional space.
Loft Conversion
20 Moorlands Avenue Davyhulme Manchester M41 5TB
Certificate of proposed lawful development for the formation of a rear dormer.
Loft Conversion
Trafford
Demolish existing rear extension and build part single/part two-storey rear extension with rear dormer, install two front rooflights and alter windows.
Loft Conversion
45 Thirlmere Road Partington Manchester M31 4PR
Certificate of Proposed Lawful Development for a loft conversion with rear-facing dormer, elevation changes and new French doors.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Build | Manchester | £250k–£1m | Proposal for a detached dwelling with landscaping and vehicle access. | Approved |
| Garden Room | Trafford | £250k–£1m | Demolition of existing house and three outbuildings, construction of pool building, and installation of garden office. | Approved |
| New Build | Brookdale 7 Brooks Drive Hale Barns Altrincham WA15 8TL | £250k–£1m | Approval of reserved matters for three detached villas following outline planning permission. | Approved |
| Dropped Kerb | The Bowdon Hotel 5 Langham Road Bowdon Altrincham WA14 2HT | Under £25k | Approval of details reserved by conditions for a previous planning permission. | Approved |
| Garden Room | 11 Rutland Road Altrincham WA14 4HW | Under £25k | Demolition of existing garage and construction of a replacement garage (outbuilding). | Approved |
New Build
Manchester
Proposal for a detached dwelling with landscaping and vehicle access.
Garden Room
Trafford
Demolition of existing house and three outbuildings, construction of pool building, and installation of garden office.
New Build
Brookdale 7 Brooks Drive Hale Barns Altrincham WA15 8TL
Approval of reserved matters for three detached villas following outline planning permission.
Dropped Kerb
The Bowdon Hotel 5 Langham Road Bowdon Altrincham WA14 2HT
Approval of details reserved by conditions for a previous planning permission.
Garden Room
11 Rutland Road Altrincham WA14 4HW
Demolition of existing garage and construction of a replacement garage (outbuilding).
Data sourced from Trafford Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of recent construction opportunities across Trafford.
Erection of detached dwelling with associated landscaping.
£250k–£1mManchester
Proposal for a detached dwelling with landscaping and vehicle access.
Erection of a single storey rear extension, new shopfront and external ramp.
£100k–£250kSale
Single storey rear extension, new shopfront and external ramp.
Demolition of existing house and two outbuildings, construction of pool building, reinstatement of boundary wall to existing entrance, and hard and soft landscaping works.
£250k–£1mTrafford
Demolition of existing house and three outbuildings, construction of pool building, and installation of garden office.
Application for non-material amendment to planning permission (114310/FUL/24) amendments to the approved elevations and site layout comprising the omission of 5 no. windows and addition of 3 no. windows.
Under £25kUnit 1 And Unit 2 Westpoint Enterprise Park Clarence Avenue Trafford Park Manchester M17 1QS
Non-material amendment to planning permission involving changes to windows and site layout.
Examples of projects at an early stage before wider competition builds.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Outcomes in Trafford
50%
Approved
46%
Pending
4%
Rejected
In Trafford, 50% of planning applications are approved, 46% are still pending, and 4% 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 Trafford
In Trafford, 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 Trafford
In Trafford, the vast majority (96%) 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 Trafford
Trafford's property market has been reshaped by Altrincham's turnaround from a declining high street into one of Greater Manchester's most desirable town centres, which has pushed up renovation budgets across the surrounding areas including Bowdon's substantial period housing. Sale and Stretford offer a more accessible, higher-volume market of standard extension and loft conversion work, while Trafford Park's ongoing commercial redevelopment brings a different type of activity entirely, geared toward industrial and logistics space rather than residential building work.
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