Updated 22 October 2026 · 28 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in East Staffordshire
Find construction leads in East Staffordshire from new planning applications across Burton upon Trent and the wider borough.
- New planning applications added frequently from East Staffordshire Borough Council
- Connect with homeowners at the early planning stage
- No shared enquiries or competitive bidding
Data sourced from East Staffordshire Borough Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
28
New Leads (30 Days)
£198,214
Average Project Value
12
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in East Staffordshire
Burton upon Trent's Old Brewery Quarter has secured planning permission for a High Street redevelopment, converting the former Carling House offices into a hotel and the historic Water Tower into a visitor attraction with a rooftop viewing platform, backed by nearly 24 million pounds of Towns Fund investment. Keepmoat Homes has also secured approval for 125 homes on the former Imex Business Centre site on Shobnall Road. In Barton under Needwood, a separate application proposes 70 homes at a site known as The Green. Away from these schemes, established towns keep a steady flow of extensions and loft conversions.
Project Type Breakdown
Here's a breakdown of the most common types of construction projects in East Staffordshire over the past 30 days.
In East Staffordshire, Extensions are the most common project type, appearing in 18 of the 28 leads tracked in the last 30 days, with New Builds also showing consistent demand alongside Heritages. 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 East Staffordshire
The architects and planning consultants submitting the most construction-related applications in East Staffordshire, based on recent planning records.
- 1Nigel DOES Drawings
- 2Rob Duncan Planning Consultancy Ltd
- 3AK INNOVATIVE DESIGN SOLUTION LTD
- 4S.P. Faizey
Project Value Insights
Understanding typical project values in East Staffordshire 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 around Burton upon Trent, where regeneration schemes are more common.
Recent Planning Applications in East Staffordshire
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wrap-Around Extension | Barton-under-Needwood | £100k–£250k | Following demolition of existing garage and rear extensions, construction of canopy, side and rear extensions. | Approved |
| Extension | East Staffordshire | £25k–£50k | Construction of a dormer window, roof lights, bi-fold doors, and a new fence and gate. | Approved |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | East Staffordshire | £50k–£100k | Construction of a single storey rear extension. | Refused |
| Single Storey Side Extension | THE EAST LODGE HALL GROUNDS ROLLESTON ON DOVE DE13 9BS | £100k–£250k | Details required by condition for various alterations and repairs related to a single storey side extension. | Approved |
| Single Storey Side Extension | THE EAST LODGE HALL GROUNDS ROLLESTON ON DOVE DE13 9BS | £50k–£100k | Details required by condition for various alterations related to a single storey side extension and garage. | Approved |
Wrap-Around Extension
Barton-under-Needwood
Following demolition of existing garage and rear extensions, construction of canopy, side and rear extensions.
Extension
East Staffordshire
Construction of a dormer window, roof lights, bi-fold doors, and a new fence and gate.
Single Storey Rear Extension
East Staffordshire
Construction of a single storey rear extension.
Single Storey Side Extension
THE EAST LODGE HALL GROUNDS ROLLESTON ON DOVE DE13 9BS
Details required by condition for various alterations and repairs related to a single storey side extension.
Single Storey Side Extension
THE EAST LODGE HALL GROUNDS ROLLESTON ON DOVE DE13 9BS
Details required by condition for various alterations related to a single storey side extension and garage.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | 8 ST PAULS SQUARE BURTON UPON TRENT DE14 2EF | £50k–£100k | Single-storey rear extension, rear dormer to facilitate loft conversion and roof alterations including rooflight. | Pending |
Loft Conversion
8 ST PAULS SQUARE BURTON UPON TRENT DE14 2EF
Single-storey rear extension, rear dormer to facilitate loft conversion and roof alterations including rooflight.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage | East Staffordshire | £25k–£50k | Application for a 2.0 metre high wrought iron fence and gate attachment. | Approved |
| Garden Room | THE HAWTHORNS SCOTCH HILLS LANE BARTON GATE BARTON UNDER NEEDWOOD DE13 8BP | £25k–£50k | Construction of a garden room and covered deck area within the residential curtilage. | Refused |
| Heritage | WEAVERLAKE HADLEY STREET YOXALL DE13 8NB | £25k–£50k | Listed building application to replace, remove and reinstate windows on multiple elevations. | Approved |
| Heritage | Burton Upon Trent | £25k–£50k | Listed building consent to rebuild a collapsed boundary wall. | Approved |
| New Build | East Staffordshire | £100k–£250k | Discharge of Conditions (self-build documentation and biodiversity enhancement) associated with permission P/2026/00344 for a two-storey self-build dwelling and new access. | Approved |
Heritage
East Staffordshire
Application for a 2.0 metre high wrought iron fence and gate attachment.
Garden Room
THE HAWTHORNS SCOTCH HILLS LANE BARTON GATE BARTON UNDER NEEDWOOD DE13 8BP
Construction of a garden room and covered deck area within the residential curtilage.
Heritage
WEAVERLAKE HADLEY STREET YOXALL DE13 8NB
Listed building application to replace, remove and reinstate windows on multiple elevations.
Heritage
Burton Upon Trent
Listed building consent to rebuild a collapsed boundary wall.
New Build
East Staffordshire
Discharge of Conditions (self-build documentation and biodiversity enhancement) associated with permission P/2026/00344 for a two-storey self-build dwelling and new access.
Data sourced from East Staffordshire Borough Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of recent construction opportunities across East Staffordshire.
Demolition of garage and rear extension, formation of canopy and bay window to the front, erection of a side extension and rear extension and rendering the dwelling
£100k–£250kBarton-under-Needwood
Following demolition of existing garage and rear extensions, construction of canopy, side and rear extensions.
Listed Building application for the attachment of a 2.0 metre high wrought Iron fence and gate
£25k–£50kEast Staffordshire
Application for a 2.0 metre high wrought iron fence and gate attachment.
Construction of a dormer window, installation of roof lights and bi-fold doors to the South East Elevation, demolition of existing gate and partial removal of existing railings, construction of wrought iron gate and 2 metre high fence and driveway extension to form additional parking
£25k–£50kEast Staffordshire
Construction of a dormer window, roof lights, bi-fold doors, and a new fence and gate.
Construction of a single storey rear extension.
£50k–£100kEast Staffordshire
Construction of a single storey rear extension.
Examples of projects at an early stage before wider competition builds.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Status in East Staffordshire
68%
Approved
25%
Pending
7%
Refused
Most planning applications in East Staffordshire are approved, meaning a large proportion of these projects go ahead and become real building jobs. This creates strong opportunities for builders who contact homeowners early.
Reaching out while applications are still active helps you get ahead of the pack.
Based on planning applications submitted over the last 30 days.
Planning Approval Times in East Staffordshire
Among applications tracked by BuildAlert in East Staffordshire, the median time from submission to decision is 8–10 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 East Staffordshire
In East Staffordshire, 68% of planning applications are domestic and 32% are commercial. Both segments offer opportunities depending on the scale of work you take on.
Demand for Building Work in East Staffordshire
The Old Brewery Quarter and the Shobnall Road scheme are set to bring sustained regeneration and new-build activity to East Staffordshire over the coming years. Away from these schemes, established towns across the borough produce a steady stream of extension and loft conversion projects.
How to Win Jobs in East Staffordshire
Contact Homeowners Early
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Focus on Approved Applications
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