Updated 29 October 2026 · 12 new leads in the last 30 days

Construction Leads in Neath Port Talbot

Find construction leads in Neath Port Talbot from new planning applications across Neath, Port Talbot and the wider county borough area.

  • New planning applications added frequently from Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council
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Data sourced from Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council planning records and refreshed regularly.

12

New Leads (30 Days)

£160,417

Average Project Value

4

High Value Projects

Over £100k

Extensions

Most Common Project

Construction Trends in Neath Port Talbot

Neath Port Talbot's Replacement Local Development Plan, covering 2023 to 2038, has a preferred strategy of around 4,176 new homes, roughly 278 a year, alongside new jobs and employment land. The Port Talbot Town Centre regeneration programme continues to focus on economic recovery, and planning activity remains steady in the Harbour Side Regeneration Area. Away from these schemes, Neath and established towns across the county borough keep a steady flow of extensions and loft conversions on existing housing.

Project Type Breakdown

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

Extension
9
Heritage
2
Loft Conversion
1
New Build
1
Garage Conversion
0
Garden Room
0
Porch
0
Dropped Kerb
0

In Neath Port Talbot, Extensions are the most common project type, appearing in 9 of the 12 leads tracked in the last 30 days, with Heritages also showing consistent demand alongside Loft Conversions. 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 Neath Port Talbot

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

  1. 1Amity Planning
  2. 2SEAGREY Property Design
  3. 3DPS Architecture Ltd.
  4. 4Asbri Planning Ltd.

Project Value Insights

Understanding typical project values in Neath Port Talbot 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 Neath, where larger properties support more extensive renovation budgets.

Recent Planning Applications in Neath Port Talbot

Extensions

Wrap-Around Extension

Pontardawe Community

£50k–£100kApproved

Proposed rear and side dormer extension.

Wrap-Around Extension

Neath

£50k–£100kApproved

Demolition of side garage and construction of a single-storey rear extension with roof canopy.

Wrap-Around Extension

Briton Ferry

£100k–£250kApproved

Single-storey side and two-storey rear extension to residential property.

Single Storey Rear Extension

Resolven

£50k–£100kApproved

First-floor and single-storey rear extension to the dwelling.

Single Storey Rear Extension

Briton Ferry

£25k–£50kPending

Replacement single-storey rear extension, formation of a raised patio area and erection of a 2.5m high privacy fence.

Loft Conversions

Loft Conversion

Cwmllynfell

£100k–£250kWithdrawn

Proposed first floor side extension, car port, loft conversion with rooflights, and reconstruction of existing garage.

Other Projects

Heritage

Gnoll Gate House Gnoll Avenue Neath Neath Port Talbot SA11 3AF

Under £25kApproved

Details submitted for conditions related to Listed Building Consent.

New Build

Caewern House Dwr Y Felin Road Caewern Neath Port Talbot SA10 7RH

£1m+Approved

Details for condition 7 (gigabit capable infrastructure) of permission P2024/0301 for demolition of Caewern House and construction of 36 affordable flats.

Heritage

St Josephs

Under £25kPending

Ecclesiastical exemption consultation for installation of a handrail to the front entrance steps of the church.

Data sourced from Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council planning records and refreshed regularly.

Featured Projects

A snapshot of recent construction opportunities across Neath Port Talbot.

Proposed rear and side dormer extension (amended plans received 08/09/2026).

£50k–£100k

Pontardawe Community

Proposed rear and side dormer extension.

Details submitted pursuant to conditions 3 (restrictive hoop details) and 4 (removal of buddleia) of Listed Building Consent P2025/0568 dated 14.11.2025

Under £25k

Gnoll Gate House Gnoll Avenue Neath Neath Port Talbot SA11 3AF

Details submitted for conditions related to Listed Building Consent.

Proposed first floor side extension and car port, loft conversion with rooflights, and reconstruction of existing garage

£100k–£250k

Cwmllynfell

Proposed first floor side extension, car port, loft conversion with rooflights, and reconstruction of existing garage.

Details submitted pursuant to condition 7 (gigabit capable infrastructure) of planning permission P2024/0301 dated 11.09.2025 (for demolition of Caewern House and construction of 36 no. affordable residential flats)

£1m+

Caewern House Dwr Y Felin Road Caewern Neath Port Talbot SA10 7RH

Details for condition 7 (gigabit capable infrastructure) of permission P2024/0301 for demolition of Caewern House and construction of 36 affordable flats.

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Planning Application Status in Neath Port Talbot

55%

Approved

45%

Pending

0%

Refused

Most planning applications in Neath Port Talbot 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.

Earlier contact usually means less competition.

Based on planning applications submitted over the last 30 days.

Planning Approval Times in Neath Port Talbot

Median approval time8 weeks
Typical residential projects7 weeks
New builds11 weeks

Among applications tracked by BuildAlert in Neath Port Talbot, 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 Neath Port Talbot

Domestic83%
Commercial17%

In Neath Port Talbot, 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 Neath Port Talbot

The Replacement Local Development Plan and the Port Talbot Town Centre regeneration programme are set to guide sustained new-build activity across Neath Port Talbot over the coming years. Away from these strategic sites, Neath and established towns across the county borough support a steady, more standard flow of extension and loft conversion work.

How to Win Jobs in Neath Port Talbot

Contact Homeowners Early

Planning applications highlight upcoming work, giving you a chance to get in touch before builders are shortlisted.

Focus on Approved Applications

Approved applications can be particularly valuable because the project has cleared a major planning hurdle and may be moving closer to construction.

Target Higher-Value Projects

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