Updated 7 September 2026 · 134 new leads in the last 30 days

Construction Leads in Waverley

Access construction leads in Waverley by tracking newly submitted planning applications. See which homeowners across Godalming, Farnham, Haslemere and Cranleigh are preparing extensions, loft conversions, and new builds, and get in touch before they begin shortlisting builders.

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Data sourced from Waverley Borough Council planning records and refreshed regularly.

134

New Leads (30 Days)

£117,137

Average Project Value

32

High Value Projects

Over £100k

Extensions

Most Common Project

Construction Trends in Waverley

Waverley is one of the most rural boroughs in Surrey, with much of it sitting inside the Surrey Hills National Landscape, and that shapes the kind of work its planning applications describe. Farnham's Georgian town centre and surrounding conservation areas mean extension and alteration work there often needs a more considered approach to design and materials than a typical suburban job. Godalming has a similar historic core along the River Wey, with a mix of period cottages and larger detached houses generating steady demand for loft conversions, garden rooms, and rear extensions. Haslemere, tucked into the Surrey Hills near the Sussex and Hampshire borders, has a strong stock of Arts and Crafts and Victorian houses on generous plots, which tends to produce higher-spec renovation and extension projects. Cranleigh, often described as the largest village in England, has grown steadily with newer housing estates alongside its older core, giving builders a mix of first extensions on more recent homes and larger projects on the village's older properties. Beyond Cranleigh, Dunsfold Park Garden Village has permission for around 1,800 new homes and supporting infrastructure, giving the borough a significant new-build pipeline alongside its usual flow of extension and renovation work.

Project Type Breakdown

Here's a breakdown of the most common types of construction projects in Waverley over the past 30 days.

Extension
99
Garden Room
21
Porch
18
Heritage
14
Garage Conversion
10
Dropped Kerb
8
Loft Conversion
6
New Build
6

In Waverley, Extensions account for the majority of planning applications (99 of 182 in the last 30 days), with Garden Rooms also showing consistent demand alongside Porches.

Most Active Architects and Planning Consultants in Waverley

The architects and planning consultants submitting the most construction-related applications in Waverley, based on recent planning records.

  1. 1MCA Architects
  2. 2Architectural Services
  3. 3Planit Consulting
  4. 4alan sharp associates
  5. 5ARCHETYPE CENTRAL
  6. 6Simon Best Associates Ltd
  7. 7D&M Planning Ltd
  8. 8Tailored Plans Ltd
  9. 9Foundations Architects
  10. 10DOHarchitecture

Project Value Insights

Understanding typical project values in Waverley 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 Haslemere and the villages closest to the Surrey Hills, where larger properties and more extensive upgrades are common.

Recent Planning Applications in Waverley

Extensions

Extension

61 63, High Street, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1AW

£100k–£250kApproved

Consent for replacement windows and internal alterations.

Double Storey Extension

3, Fisher Lane, Chiddingfold, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 4TE

£100k–£250kApproved

Erection of single and two storey extensions, hip to gable and dormer extensions, and demolition of conservatory.

Single Storey Extension

Francis Field, Barhatch Road, Cranleigh, Surrey, GU6 7DJ

£50k–£100kApproved

Erection of single storey extensions and alterations.

Extension

103, Burnt Hill Road, Lower Bourne, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 3LH

£100k–£250kApproved

Erection of ground and first floor extensions following demolition of existing conservatory.

Single Storey Extension

Bramley Lodge, High Street, Bramley, Guildford, Surrey, GU5 0HS

£50k–£100kApproved

Erection of a single storey extension.

Loft Conversions

Loft Conversion

The Coach House, Lake Lane, Dockenfield, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 4JB

£50k–£100kApproved

Section 192 certificate for proposed single-storey side extension, front porch, rear dormer and roof/door/window alterations.

Loft Conversion

Moushill Court, Lower Moushill Lane, Milford, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 5EA

Under £25kPending

Installation of two dormer windows and boiler flue to an outbuilding (part retrospective).

Loft Conversion

Carmel, Lower Manor Road, Farncombe, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 3EG

£50k–£100kPending

Install two dormer windows to provide additional habitable accommodation, install PV panels on the roof and alter elevations.

Loft Conversion

33 Longhurst Avenue, Cranleigh, GU6 8FG

£50k–£100kPending

Hip-to-gable roof extension with rooflights to create habitable roof-space and installation of external air conditioning units at ground and first floor.

Loft Conversion

Knightons Court, Knightons Lane, Dunsfold, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 4NU

£1m+Pending

Extensions and alterations: raise roof height with dormers, install indoor swimming pool, construct basement level and associated landscaping.

Other Projects

New Build

Land Centred Coordinates 500833 137030 Between Che, The Green, Dunsfold, Surrey

£250k–£1mApproved

Outline application for the phased development of 5 self/custom build dwellings.

Garden Room

6, Meadow Close, Milford, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 5HN

£25k–£50kApproved

Erection of an outbuilding for ancillary use.

Garden Room

Camerton Cottage, Blackheath Lane, Blackheath, Guildford, Surrey, GU4 8RB

Under £25kApproved

Certificate of lawfulness for existing use of outbuilding.

Garden Room

Borrowstone, Jumps Road, Churt, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 2LB

£100k–£250kApproved

Application to vary condition on approved plans for design alterations.

New Build

Land Centred Coordinates 496293 144065 South Of, Westbrook Road, Surrey

Approved

Erection of a self/custom build detached dwelling with access and landscaping.

Data sourced from Waverley Borough Council planning records and refreshed regularly.

Featured Projects

A snapshot of recent construction opportunities across the Waverley area.

Listed building consent for the installation of replacement windows removal of internal chimney stack at first floor level; internal and external alterations.

£100k–£250k

61 63, High Street, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1AW

Consent for replacement windows and internal alterations.

Erection of single and two storey extensions and alterations together with hip to gable and dormer extensions to provide habitable accommodation in roof space and demolition of existing conservatory (as amplified by bat report received 04/08/2026)

£100k–£250k

3, Fisher Lane, Chiddingfold, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 4TE

Erection of single and two storey extensions, hip to gable and dormer extensions, and demolition of conservatory.

Outline application with all matters reserved except for access for the phased development of 5 self/custom build dwellings with associated works including vehicle access.

£250k–£1m

Land Centred Coordinates 500833 137030 Between Che, The Green, Dunsfold, Surrey

Outline application for the phased development of 5 self/custom build dwellings.

Erection of single storey extensions and alterations (as amplified by arboricultural information submitted 27/07/2026)

£50k–£100k

Francis Field, Barhatch Road, Cranleigh, Surrey, GU6 7DJ

Erection of single storey extensions and alterations.

Examples of projects at an early stage before wider competition builds.

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Planning Application Outcomes in Waverley

54%

Approved

41%

Pending

5%

Rejected

Most planning applications in Waverley 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 application outcomes over the last 3 months.

Planning Approval Times in Waverley

Average approval time9 weeks
Typical residential projects9 weeks
New builds16 weeks

In Waverley, most planning applications are decided within 9 weeks. Smaller projects like extensions tend to be approved more quickly, while larger developments can take longer.

Domestic vs Commercial Projects in Waverley

Domestic91%
Commercial9%

In Waverley, the vast majority (91%) 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 Waverley

Waverley's combination of countryside setting, strong schools, and good rail links from Godalming and Farnham into London Waterloo keeps demand for family housing consistently high, which supports steady extension and renovation activity even where a full rebuild might otherwise be considered. Haslemere and the villages closest to the Surrey Hills tend to see the highest-spec work, reflecting larger plots and more established household budgets, while Cranleigh's newer estates generate a different kind of project - garden buildings, internal alterations, and early-stage extensions as recent buyers adapt their homes. Farnham and Godalming's town centres continue to see infill and conversion activity alongside the borough's steady flow of householder extension work.

How to Win Jobs in Waverley

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