Updated 9 October 2026 · 42 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in West Lothian
Find construction leads in West Lothian from new planning applications across Livingston, Linlithgow, Bathgate and the wider council area.
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Data sourced from West Lothian Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
42
New Leads (30 Days)
£160,714
Average Project Value
15
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in West Lothian
West Lothian Council has approved the Gavieside Farm Community, one of its largest ever residential schemes, giving Persimmon Homes the green light for up to 2,800 energy-efficient homes on the west side of Livingston, including around 700 affordable homes, a new primary school, and a village centre. In the same area, Cruden is bringing forward 67 homes at Kirkton North, expected to start on site in 2026, while Barratt Homes is delivering 33 homes for the council at Woodland Gait on Houstoun Road. The council is also investing over 157 million pounds into council housing over the next five years. Away from these schemes, Linlithgow and Bathgate keep a strong stock of stone-built and Victorian housing, generating a steady flow of extensions and loft conversions.
Project Type Breakdown
Here's a breakdown of the most common types of construction projects in West Lothian over the past 30 days.
In West Lothian, Extensions are the most common project type, appearing in 25 of the 42 leads tracked in the last 30 days, with Garden Rooms also showing consistent demand alongside New Builds. Projects can fall into more than one category, so these figures don't need to add up to the total.
Most Active Architects and Planning Consultants in West Lothian
The architects and planning consultants submitting the most construction-related applications in West Lothian, based on recent planning records.
- 1John Gordon Associates Ltd
- 2Architectural Services
- 3Jim Miller-Architectural Technician
- 4HAB ARCHITECTURE LTD
- 5T-Square Architectural Services
- 6Gray Macpherson Architects
- 7Robertson Architecture & Design
- 8FK1 Design Ltd
- 9John Allan Architectural Design
- 10Hardie Associates Ltd
Project Value Insights
Understanding typical project values in West Lothian 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 often found in Linlithgow, where larger period properties support more extensive renovation budgets.
Recent Planning Applications in West Lothian
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extension | Bathgate | £250k–£1m | Change of use from house to dental practice with extension and alterations. | Approved |
| Extension | Longridge | £250k–£1m | Change of use and extension of former public house to a 14 room HMO. | Approved |
| Extension | Torphichen | £100k–£250k | New extension, car port installation, and alterations to the house. | Pending |
| Rear Extension | Mid Calder | £100k–£250k | Extensions to the front and rear of the house. | Approved |
| Rear Extension | Bathgate | £50k–£100k | Erection of a porch and extension to the rear of the house. | Pending |
Extension
Bathgate
Change of use from house to dental practice with extension and alterations.
Extension
Longridge
Change of use and extension of former public house to a 14 room HMO.
Extension
Torphichen
New extension, car port installation, and alterations to the house.
Rear Extension
Mid Calder
Extensions to the front and rear of the house.
Rear Extension
Bathgate
Erection of a porch and extension to the rear of the house.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | Linlithgow | £50k–£100k | Householder application to install front and rear dormers and erect a new garage. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Linlithgow | £50k–£100k | External alterations and roof extension works to create additional second floor space. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | 4 Duddingston Terrace Newton West Lothian EH52 6QQ | £50k–£100k | House extension with two dormer windows, rooflights and new parking area. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Livingston | £50k–£100k | Installation of a rear dormer and rooflights (loft/roof extension). | Pending |
Loft Conversion
Linlithgow
Householder application to install front and rear dormers and erect a new garage.
Loft Conversion
Linlithgow
External alterations and roof extension works to create additional second floor space.
Loft Conversion
4 Duddingston Terrace Newton West Lothian EH52 6QQ
House extension with two dormer windows, rooflights and new parking area.
Loft Conversion
Livingston
Installation of a rear dormer and rooflights (loft/roof extension).
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Build | Parking Courtyard Drum Place East Whitburn EH47 0JH | £250k–£1m | Erection of 2 houses. | Withdrawn |
| Heritage | Station House Station Road West Calder West Lothian EH55 8BS | £100k–£250k | Consent for alterations to building for change of use to 3 flats. | Pending |
| New Build | Polbeth | £250k–£1m | Erection of a house with a change to the approved house type on plot 11. | Pending |
| Garden Room | East Calder | £25k–£50k | Erection of an outbuilding. | Pending |
| Garage Conversion | 99 Muir Road Bathgate West Lothian EH48 2QQ | £25k–£50k | Proposed garage conversion and internal alterations. | Pending |
New Build
Parking Courtyard Drum Place East Whitburn EH47 0JH
Erection of 2 houses.
Heritage
Station House Station Road West Calder West Lothian EH55 8BS
Consent for alterations to building for change of use to 3 flats.
New Build
Polbeth
Erection of a house with a change to the approved house type on plot 11.
Garden Room
East Calder
Erection of an outbuilding.
Garage Conversion
99 Muir Road Bathgate West Lothian EH48 2QQ
Proposed garage conversion and internal alterations.
Data sourced from West Lothian Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of recent construction opportunities across West Lothian.
Change of use of house (class 9) to dental practice (class 1A) with extension and alterations to building
£250k–£1mBathgate
Change of use from house to dental practice with extension and alterations.
Erection of 2 houses and associated parking
£250k–£1mParking Courtyard Drum Place East Whitburn EH47 0JH
Erection of 2 houses.
Listed building consent for alterations to building for change of use to 3 flats
£100k–£250kStation House Station Road West Calder West Lothian EH55 8BS
Consent for alterations to building for change of use to 3 flats.
Erection of a house and garage (change to 1161/FUL/20 approved house type on plot 11)
£250k–£1mPolbeth
Erection of a house with a change to the approved house type on plot 11.
Examples of projects at an early stage before wider competition builds.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Status in West Lothian
31%
Approved
69%
Pending
0%
Refused
In West Lothian, 31% of planning applications are approved, 69% are still pending, and 0% are refused. Pending applications can give builders an opportunity to make contact while projects are still at an early stage.
Getting in touch earlier puts you in a stronger position before others step in.
Based on planning applications submitted over the last 30 days.
Planning Approval Times in West Lothian
Among applications tracked by BuildAlert in West Lothian, the median time from submission to decision is 8 weeks. Smaller projects like extensions tend to be approved more quickly, while larger developments can take longer.
Based on approved applications with recorded decision dates over the last 3 months.
Domestic vs Commercial Projects in West Lothian
In West Lothian, the vast majority (88%) 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 West Lothian
Gavieside Farm and the wider pipeline of sites around Livingston are set to bring sustained new-build activity to West Lothian for years to come, backed by significant council investment in housing. Away from these schemes, Linlithgow and Bathgate's period housing stock supports a steady, more standard flow of extension and loft conversion work across the region.
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