Updated 22 October 2026 · 16 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Mole Valley
Access construction leads in Mole Valley by tracking newly submitted planning applications. See which homeowners across Dorking, Leatherhead, Bookham and Ashtead are preparing extensions, loft conversions, and new builds, and get in touch before they begin shortlisting builders.
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Data sourced from Mole Valley District Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
16
New Leads (30 Days)
£278,906
Average Project Value
8
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Mole Valley
Mole Valley sits astride the North Downs and Box Hill, and that landscape shapes a district split between a handful of larger towns and a ring of well-preserved villages. Dorking's historic market town centre has a strong stock of Georgian and Victorian buildings, many within conservation areas, alongside more typical suburban streets further out that generate the bulk of the district's extension and loft conversion work. Leatherhead, with good rail links into London, has a broader mix of housing ages and produces a steady flow of rear extensions, garden rooms, and conversions. Bookham and Fetcham, both popular with families for their schools and village feel, have a strong stock of 1930s and post-war detached housing that suits single-storey extensions and loft conversions well. Ashtead, closer to Epsom, has larger plots overall and sees a higher share of bigger renovation projects. The district's many villages within the Surrey Hills National Landscape - Abinger, Westcott, Ranmore - have tighter planning controls given their conservation status, so alteration work there tends to need more careful design input than in the district's towns.
Project Type Breakdown
Here's a breakdown of the most common types of construction projects in Mole Valley over the past 30 days.
In Mole Valley, Extensions are the most common project type, appearing in 7 of the 16 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 Mole Valley
The architects and planning consultants submitting the most construction-related applications in Mole Valley, based on recent planning records.
- 1CGA Design & Build Ltd
- 2Plan to Build
- 3Robin McGuinness
- 4KVB Architects Ltd
Project Value Insights
Understanding typical project values in Mole Valley 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 Ashtead and the villages within the Surrey Hills National Landscape, where larger properties and more extensive upgrades are common.
Recent Planning Applications in Mole Valley
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear Extension | WOODCOT ABINGER LANE ABINGER RH5 6JF | £100k–£250k | Ground and first-floor rear extensions with rear canopy, additional rear window and associated internal works. | Approved |
| Wrap-Around Extension | Mole Valley | £100k–£250k | Demolish existing conservatory and erect a two-storey rear/side extension. | Approved |
| Single Storey Side Extension | Mole Valley | £50k–£100k | Convert garage to habitable accommodation, erect single-storey side infill extension and replace conservatory roof. | Approved |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | 4 RIVER LANE LEATHERHEAD KT22 0AU | £50k–£100k | Prior notification/prior approval for a single-storey rear extension 6m deep and 3m high (eaves 3m). | Pending |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | 26 HALE PIT ROAD GREAT BOOKHAM KT23 4BS | £50k–£100k | Prior notification/prior approval for a single-storey rear extension 8m deep and 2.34m high (eaves 2.34m). | Pending |
Rear Extension
WOODCOT ABINGER LANE ABINGER RH5 6JF
Ground and first-floor rear extensions with rear canopy, additional rear window and associated internal works.
Wrap-Around Extension
Mole Valley
Demolish existing conservatory and erect a two-storey rear/side extension.
Single Storey Side Extension
Mole Valley
Convert garage to habitable accommodation, erect single-storey side infill extension and replace conservatory roof.
Single Storey Rear Extension
4 RIVER LANE LEATHERHEAD KT22 0AU
Prior notification/prior approval for a single-storey rear extension 6m deep and 3m high (eaves 3m).
Single Storey Rear Extension
26 HALE PIT ROAD GREAT BOOKHAM KT23 4BS
Prior notification/prior approval for a single-storey rear extension 8m deep and 2.34m high (eaves 2.34m).
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | 79 GATESDEN ROAD FETCHAM KT22 9QP | £50k–£100k | Non-material amendment to vary description and approved drawings for permission for demolition of garage and erection of part single/part two-storey side and rear extension, raised ridge and roof extension with rooflights and a Juliet balcony dormer, front porch and rear patio. | Pending |
Loft Conversion
79 GATESDEN ROAD FETCHAM KT22 9QP
Non-material amendment to vary description and approved drawings for permission for demolition of garage and erection of part single/part two-storey side and rear extension, raised ridge and roof extension with rooflights and a Juliet balcony dormer, front porch and rear patio.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Room | FIRSACRE LEATHERHEAD ROAD GREAT BOOKHAM KT23 4RB | £250k–£1m | Submission of Biodiversity Net Gain plan details pursuant to permission for demolition of existing garage and outbuilding and erection of 2 dwellings with parking and landscaping. | Approved |
| Garden Room | Mole Valley | Under £25k | Erection of a detached summerhouse in the rear garden. | Approved |
| New Build | Mole Valley | £250k–£1m | Discharge of condition 29 relating to permission for 5 dwellings and 2 commercial units with associated bin/cycle storage, air-source heat pumps, parking and landscaping. | Approved |
| Garden Room | Mole Valley | Under £25k | Prior notification for erection of a 6m x 3m agricultural polytunnel for cultivation and seed germination. | Refused |
| New Build | CHURCH STREET WORKSHOPS AND THE FOUNDRY R/O 62, WEST STREET, DORKING RH4 1BS | £250k–£1m | Submission of details pursuant to Condition 21 for the approved scheme of 5 dwellings and 2 commercial units including bin and cycle storage, air-source heat pumps, parking and landscaping. | Pending |
Garden Room
FIRSACRE LEATHERHEAD ROAD GREAT BOOKHAM KT23 4RB
Submission of Biodiversity Net Gain plan details pursuant to permission for demolition of existing garage and outbuilding and erection of 2 dwellings with parking and landscaping.
Garden Room
Mole Valley
Erection of a detached summerhouse in the rear garden.
New Build
Mole Valley
Discharge of condition 29 relating to permission for 5 dwellings and 2 commercial units with associated bin/cycle storage, air-source heat pumps, parking and landscaping.
Garden Room
Mole Valley
Prior notification for erection of a 6m x 3m agricultural polytunnel for cultivation and seed germination.
New Build
CHURCH STREET WORKSHOPS AND THE FOUNDRY R/O 62, WEST STREET, DORKING RH4 1BS
Submission of details pursuant to Condition 21 for the approved scheme of 5 dwellings and 2 commercial units including bin and cycle storage, air-source heat pumps, parking and landscaping.
Data sourced from Mole Valley District Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of recent construction opportunities across the Mole Valley area.
Proposed ground and first floor rear extensions, rear canopy and additional rear ground floor window, changes to side window and associated internal works.
£100k–£250kWOODCOT ABINGER LANE ABINGER RH5 6JF
Ground and first-floor rear extensions with rear canopy, additional rear window and associated internal works.
Demolition of existing conservatory, erection of two storey rear/side extension, part-conversion of existing garage and alterations to fenestration.
£100k–£250kMole Valley
Demolish existing conservatory and erect a two-storey rear/side extension.
Submission of Biodiversity Net Gain plan details pursuant to planning permission MO/2025/02437 (allowed on appeal ref: 6005270) for the demolition of existing garage and outbuilding. Erection of 2 No. Dwellings with associated parking and landscaping.
£250k–£1mFIRSACRE LEATHERHEAD ROAD GREAT BOOKHAM KT23 4RB
Submission of Biodiversity Net Gain plan details pursuant to permission for demolition of existing garage and outbuilding and erection of 2 dwellings with parking and landscaping.
Erection of a detached summerhouse in rear garden.
Under £25kMole Valley
Erection of a detached summerhouse in the rear garden.
Examples of projects at an early stage before wider competition builds.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Status in Mole Valley
38%
Approved
56%
Pending
6%
Refused
In Mole Valley, 38% of planning applications are approved, 56% are still pending, and 6% are refused. Pending applications can give builders an opportunity to make contact while projects are still at an early stage.
Earlier contact usually means less competition.
Based on planning applications submitted over the last 30 days.
Planning Approval Times in Mole Valley
Among applications tracked by BuildAlert in Mole Valley, 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 Mole Valley
In Mole Valley, 56% of planning applications are domestic and 44% are commercial. Both segments offer opportunities depending on the scale of work you take on.
Demand for Building Work in Mole Valley
Mole Valley's mix of accessible commuter towns and protected countryside keeps demand for family housing strong across a wide range of budgets. Dorking and Leatherhead see a good volume of typical extension and renovation work as families in established housing look to add space, while Bookham, Fetcham, and Ashtead's larger, more affluent housing stock supports a steady flow of higher-spec projects. The district's Surrey Hills National Landscape villages produce a smaller number of applications overall, but these tend to be higher value given the larger properties and stricter design requirements involved. Good access to the M25 and fast trains from Leatherhead and Dorking keep the area attractive to London commuters, sustaining consistent demand for construction work.
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