Updated 8 October 2026 · 68 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Dudley
Access construction leads in Dudley by tracking newly submitted planning applications. See which homeowners and developers across the borough are preparing extensions, loft conversions, and new builds, and get in touch before they begin shortlisting builders.
- New planning applications added frequently from Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council
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Data sourced from Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
68
New Leads (30 Days)
£108,272
Average Project Value
24
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Dudley
Dudley's town centre is in the middle of a five-year, £500 million investment programme, anchored by a Very Light Rail National Innovation Centre that opened near Dudley Castle in 2022, complete with a test track running down to Cinder Bank Island and a new Castle Hill Metro tram stop. That regeneration sits alongside the borough's long Black Country industrial heritage, reflected in the Black Country Living Museum and in Stourbridge's historic glass-making trade. Away from the town centre, Halesowen, Sedgley, and Kingswinford keep a more suburban character, generating a steady flow of extensions, loft conversions, and garage conversions on largely Victorian and inter-war housing.
Project Type Breakdown
Here's a breakdown of the most common types of construction projects in Dudley over the past 30 days.
In Dudley, Extensions are the most common project type, appearing in 53 of the 68 leads tracked in the last 30 days, with Garden Rooms 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.
Project Value Insights
Understanding typical project values in Dudley 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 Halesowen and Kingswinford, where larger properties support more extensive renovation budgets.
Recent Planning Applications in Dudley
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Storey Extension | Dudley | £50k–£100k | Full planning for a two-storey rear extension following demolition of the existing rear conservatory. | Pending |
| Rear Extension | Dudley | £50k–£100k | First-floor rear extension to the dwelling. | Pending |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | Dudley | £50k–£100k | Single-storey rear extension with associated elevational alterations. | Pending |
| Wrap-Around Extension | Dudley | £50k–£100k | Single-storey side extension following demolition of an existing rear conservatory. | Pending |
| Single Storey Side Extension | Dudley | £50k–£100k | Proposed single-storey side extension to the property. | Pending |
Double Storey Extension
Dudley
Full planning for a two-storey rear extension following demolition of the existing rear conservatory.
Rear Extension
Dudley
First-floor rear extension to the dwelling.
Single Storey Rear Extension
Dudley
Single-storey rear extension with associated elevational alterations.
Wrap-Around Extension
Dudley
Single-storey side extension following demolition of an existing rear conservatory.
Single Storey Side Extension
Dudley
Proposed single-storey side extension to the property.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | Stourbridge | £100k–£250k | Single-storey rear extension, loft conversion and elevational changes following demolition of existing conservatory, kitchen and utility. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Dudley | £50k–£100k | Full planning for a first-floor side dormer, single-storey front extension including porch extension and front elevation cladding. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Stourbridge | £50k–£100k | Provision of Velux rooflights on front and rear elevations, two rear dormers and replacement of a rear door with a window. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Dudley | £50k–£100k | Installation of a front elevation dormer. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Dudley | £100k–£250k | Ground floor front and side extension with conversion of roof space to form habitable rooms. | Pending |
Loft Conversion
Stourbridge
Single-storey rear extension, loft conversion and elevational changes following demolition of existing conservatory, kitchen and utility.
Loft Conversion
Dudley
Full planning for a first-floor side dormer, single-storey front extension including porch extension and front elevation cladding.
Loft Conversion
Stourbridge
Provision of Velux rooflights on front and rear elevations, two rear dormers and replacement of a rear door with a window.
Loft Conversion
Dudley
Installation of a front elevation dormer.
Loft Conversion
Dudley
Ground floor front and side extension with conversion of roof space to form habitable rooms.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Room | Dudley | £25k–£50k | Erection of a replacement garage to the side/rear with elevational changes and rendering, following demolition of the existing garage. | Pending |
| Garden Room | Dudley | £25k–£50k | Erection of a single-storey detached outbuilding in the rear garden to provide a home office and domestic amenity space. | Pending |
| Heritage | Dudley | £25k–£50k | Listed building consent to install 11 externally mounted CCTV cameras at Priory Hall. | Pending |
| New Build | Dudley | £100k–£250k | Full planning permission for the erection of one dwelling with associated works including access and landscaping. | Pending |
| Garden Room | Dudley | £25k–£50k | Retrospective application for a detached outbuilding in the rear garden. | Approved |
Garden Room
Dudley
Erection of a replacement garage to the side/rear with elevational changes and rendering, following demolition of the existing garage.
Garden Room
Dudley
Erection of a single-storey detached outbuilding in the rear garden to provide a home office and domestic amenity space.
Heritage
Dudley
Listed building consent to install 11 externally mounted CCTV cameras at Priory Hall.
New Build
Dudley
Full planning permission for the erection of one dwelling with associated works including access and landscaping.
Garden Room
Dudley
Retrospective application for a detached outbuilding in the rear garden.
Data sourced from Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of recent construction opportunities across Dudley.
Two storey rear extension (following demolition of rear conservatory)
£50k–£100kDudley
Full planning for a two-storey rear extension following demolition of the existing rear conservatory.
Erection of garage at side/rear of property, elevational changes to side elevation, garage and side elevation to be rendered (following demolition of existing garage)
£25k–£50kDudley
Erection of a replacement garage to the side/rear with elevational changes and rendering, following demolition of the existing garage.
first floor rear extension
£50k–£100kDudley
First-floor rear extension to the dwelling.
Single storey rear extension and elevational alterations
£50k–£100kDudley
Single-storey rear extension with associated elevational alterations.
Examples of projects at an early stage before wider competition builds.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Status in Dudley
10%
Approved
88%
Pending
2%
Refused
In Dudley, 10% of planning applications are approved, 88% are still pending, and 2% are refused. Pending applications can give builders an opportunity to make contact while projects are still at an early stage.
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 Dudley
Among applications tracked by BuildAlert in Dudley, the median time from submission to decision is 26 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 Dudley
In Dudley, the vast majority (93%) 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 Dudley
Dudley town centre's Very Light Rail-led regeneration is bringing renewed commercial and residential investment to an area that has struggled for decades, and that momentum is likely to continue as the wider £500 million programme unfolds over the next few years. Away from the town centre, Halesowen, Sedgley, Kingswinford, and Stourbridge's more typical suburban housing stock supports a steady, standard flow of extension and loft conversion work, giving builders across the borough exposure to both regeneration-led opportunities and everyday householder projects.
How to Win Jobs in Dudley
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Focus on Approved Applications
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