Updated 7 September 2026 · 141 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Guildford
Access construction leads in Guildford by tracking newly submitted planning applications. See which homeowners across Surrey's county town are preparing extensions, loft conversions, and new builds, and get in touch before they begin shortlisting builders.
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Data sourced from Guildford Borough Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
141
New Leads (30 Days)
£128,895
Average Project Value
47
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Guildford
Guildford's building stock ranges from the tightly packed Victorian and Georgian terraces around the historic cobbled High Street and Guildford Castle to the larger detached housing in the villages further out. Onslow Village and Stoughton, closer to the centre, generate a steady flow of loft conversions and rear extensions on more compact plots, while areas like Merrow and Burpham to the east have larger 1930s and post-war housing that suits bigger single-storey extensions and garden rooms. The presence of the University of Surrey means student and staff housing, including shared accommodation and annexe conversions, forms part of the local planning mix around Stag Hill and the areas closest to the campus. Further out, villages such as Shalford, Chilworth, and Albury sit within or close to the Surrey Hills National Landscape, where conservation status and tighter planning controls mean alteration and extension work often needs closer attention to design and materials than in the town itself.
Project Type Breakdown
Here's a breakdown of the most common types of construction projects in Guildford over the past 30 days.
In Guildford, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (102 of 190 in the last 30 days), with Porches also showing consistent demand alongside Loft Conversions.
Most Active Architects and Planning Consultants in Guildford
The architects and planning consultants submitting the most construction-related applications in Guildford, based on recent planning records.
- 1Architectural Designs Services (UK) LTD
- 2marshall arts design
- 3Simon Best Associates Ltd
- 4D&M Planning Ltd
- 5MB Design Services
- 6Waterstone Design Limited
- 7The Goddard Partnership
- 8Architectural Services
- 9MCA Architects
- 10Abstract Plans
Project Value Insights
Understanding typical project values in Guildford 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 Merrow, Burpham, and the villages closest to the Surrey Hills, where larger properties and more extensive upgrades are common.
Recent Planning Applications in Guildford
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear Extension | Guildford | Under £25k | Change of roof covering to rear extension from tiles to a zinc finish. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | Guildford | £100k–£250k | Erection of first floor addition, two storey side extension, and rear extension. | Approved |
| Front Extension | Guildford | £25k–£50k | Alterations to front boundary wall and garden including new pedestrian access and reinstatement of original pillar. | Refused |
| Single Storey Side Extension | Guildford | £50k–£100k | Erection of a single storey side extension and replacement of flat roof with pitched roof on existing porch. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | Guildford | £100k–£250k | Two storey side/rear extension with ground floor rear extension and new roof extension. | Approved |
Rear Extension
Guildford
Change of roof covering to rear extension from tiles to a zinc finish.
Wrap-Around Extension
Guildford
Erection of first floor addition, two storey side extension, and rear extension.
Front Extension
Guildford
Alterations to front boundary wall and garden including new pedestrian access and reinstatement of original pillar.
Single Storey Side Extension
Guildford
Erection of a single storey side extension and replacement of flat roof with pitched roof on existing porch.
Wrap-Around Extension
Guildford
Two storey side/rear extension with ground floor rear extension and new roof extension.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | Guildford | £100k–£250k | Single storey front extension, two storey side extension, single storey rear extension, and loft conversion with dormer. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Guildford | £100k–£250k | Loft conversion to habitable accommodation with rear dormer and new two storey side extension. | Refused |
| Loft Conversion | 47 Marlyns Drive, Guildford, GU4 7LT | £100k–£250k | Proposed two-storey side extension, single-storey rear extension, and loft conversion. | Refused |
| Loft Conversion | 36 Artillery Road, Guildford, GU1 4NW | £100k–£250k | Erection of a single storey side and rear extension with a roof extension for loft conversion. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | 1 Heath Barn Cottages, Send Marsh Road, Send, Woking, GU23 7DQ | £50k–£100k | Addition of two dormer windows to the rear and one to the front elevation. | Refused |
Loft Conversion
Guildford
Single storey front extension, two storey side extension, single storey rear extension, and loft conversion with dormer.
Loft Conversion
Guildford
Loft conversion to habitable accommodation with rear dormer and new two storey side extension.
Loft Conversion
47 Marlyns Drive, Guildford, GU4 7LT
Proposed two-storey side extension, single-storey rear extension, and loft conversion.
Loft Conversion
36 Artillery Road, Guildford, GU1 4NW
Erection of a single storey side and rear extension with a roof extension for loft conversion.
Loft Conversion
1 Heath Barn Cottages, Send Marsh Road, Send, Woking, GU23 7DQ
Addition of two dormer windows to the rear and one to the front elevation.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Room | 127 Worplesdon Road, Guildford, GU2 9XA | £25k–£50k | Replacement of a detached rear outbuilding. | Approved |
| Heritage | Guildford | £100k–£250k | Consent to remove failing cement render and apply lime render and breathable paint. | Approved |
| Dropped Kerb | 65 The Chase, Guildford, GU2 7UB | £25k–£50k | Dropped kerb for vehicle access from the road. | Approved |
| Heritage | Artington Manor Farm, Old Portsmouth Road, Artington, Guildford, GU3 1LP | £25k–£50k | Consent for lifting and reinstating historic kitchen flagstones for damp proofing. | Refused |
| Porch | Hogleys House, Chapel Lane, Pirbright, Guildford, GU24 0LU | £25k–£50k | Proposed external alterations including replacement bay windows, new canopy porch, and rooflights. | Approved |
Garden Room
127 Worplesdon Road, Guildford, GU2 9XA
Replacement of a detached rear outbuilding.
Heritage
Guildford
Consent to remove failing cement render and apply lime render and breathable paint.
Dropped Kerb
65 The Chase, Guildford, GU2 7UB
Dropped kerb for vehicle access from the road.
Heritage
Artington Manor Farm, Old Portsmouth Road, Artington, Guildford, GU3 1LP
Consent for lifting and reinstating historic kitchen flagstones for damp proofing.
Porch
Hogleys House, Chapel Lane, Pirbright, Guildford, GU24 0LU
Proposed external alterations including replacement bay windows, new canopy porch, and rooflights.
Data sourced from Guildford Borough Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of recent construction opportunities across the Guildford area.
Change of roof covering to rear extension from tiles to a zinc finish in muted grey
Under £25kGuildford
Change of roof covering to rear extension from tiles to a zinc finish.
Proposed single storey front extension, two storey side extension, single storey rear extension, loft conversion to habitable accommodation with insertion of one rear dormer and changes to front fenestration following demolition of car port.
£100k–£250kGuildford
Single storey front extension, two storey side extension, single storey rear extension, and loft conversion with dormer.
Erection of part first floor addition above the existing garage footprint and part two storey side extension, single storey rear extension with roof lantern, new front porch, changes to fenestration and driveway alterations to allow for two off-street parking spaces following demolition of rear conservatory and removal of chimney stack
£100k–£250kGuildford
Erection of first floor addition, two storey side extension, and rear extension.
Alterations to front boundary wall and garden to include new pedestrian access, installation of flagstone paths, removal of modern pillars, reinstatement of original pillar and extension of boundary wall with retained opening for bin storage.
£25k–£50kGuildford
Alterations to front boundary wall and garden including new pedestrian access and reinstatement of original pillar.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Outcomes in Guildford
40%
Approved
53%
Pending
7%
Rejected
In Guildford, 40% of planning applications are approved, 53% are still pending, and 7% are rejected. Contacting homeowners early gives you the best chance of winning work.
Reaching out while applications are still active helps you get ahead of the pack.
Based on planning application outcomes over the last 3 months.
Planning Approval Times in Guildford
In Guildford, 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 Guildford
In Guildford, the vast majority (83%) 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 Guildford
As Surrey's county town, Guildford has a broad and resilient property market that supports consistent renovation and extension activity across very different housing types, from town-centre conversions to substantial village houses. The ongoing regeneration around Guildford town centre and the Slyfield area has kept new-build and mixed-use development in the pipeline alongside the steady flow of householder extension work in residential neighbourhoods. Merrow, Burpham, and the villages toward the Surrey Hills tend to produce higher-spec renovation work reflecting larger plots and established household budgets, while areas nearer the university and town centre generate a higher volume of smaller-scale projects - loft conversions, extensions, and conversions to student or multi-occupancy use.
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