Updated 8 October 2026 · 250 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Wiltshire
Access construction leads in Wiltshire by tracking newly submitted planning applications. See which homeowners and developers across the county are preparing extensions, loft conversions, and new builds, and get in touch before they begin shortlisting builders.
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Data sourced from Wiltshire Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
250
New Leads (30 Days)
£119,585
Average Project Value
63
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Wiltshire
Wiltshire's construction market is shaped by a mix of historic cities, market towns, and one very large constraint: Salisbury Plain, the largest military training area in the UK, covers around 11% of the county's land and restricts development across a significant stretch of central Wiltshire. Salisbury itself, home to a cathedral with the tallest spire in Britain and an original copy of the Magna Carta, has an extensive conservation area where alterations to older buildings often need planning permission rather than falling under permitted development. Devizes, built around the Kennet and Avon Canal's Caen Hill flight of 29 locks, and Marlborough, known for its broad historic high street, both keep a similar protected market-town character. Trowbridge, the county town, and Chippenham generate a steadier flow of standard extensions and loft conversions on more typical suburban housing.
Project Type Breakdown
Here's a breakdown of the most common types of construction projects in Wiltshire over the past 30 days.
In Wiltshire, Extensions are the most common project type, appearing in 109 of the 250 leads tracked in the last 30 days, with Garden Rooms also showing consistent demand alongside Heritages. 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 Wiltshire
The architects and planning consultants submitting the most construction-related applications in Wiltshire, based on recent planning records.
- 1A Harlow & Son
- 2TFH Reeve
- 3Fowler Architecture & Planning Ltd
- 4Armstrong Architecture
- 5Newmark
- 6SJF Planning &Design Service
- 7Atelier 17 Ltd
- 8CHARLES MANNING PLANNING
- 9TEA Architects
- 10MacKenzie Osborn Design
Project Value Insights
Understanding typical project values in Wiltshire 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 Salisbury, Devizes, and Marlborough, where period properties and conservation area constraints support larger renovation budgets.
Recent Planning Applications in Wiltshire
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extension | Aldi, Bradley Road, Trowbridge, BA14 0QT | £250k–£1m | Extension of existing ALDI foodstore and car park with associated works. | Approved |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | 49 West Park Road, Corsham, SN13 9LW | £100k–£250k | Proposed single storey rear extension and second storey extension over existing garage. | Approved |
| Double Storey Extension | Rowans, Higher Coombe, Donhead St Mary, Shaftesbury, SP7 9LS | £100k–£250k | Extensions and alterations including a garage and two-storey side extension with en-suite, plus demolition of existing conservatory. | Approved |
| Extension | 3 Lowbourne, Melksham, SN12 7DZ | £25k–£50k | Variation of condition to remove second floor accommodation and adjust roof design. | Approved |
| Rear Extension | 59 New Road, Royal Wootton Bassett, Swindon, SN4 7DQ | £50k–£100k | Proposed ground floor rear extension and facade alterations. | Approved |
Extension
Aldi, Bradley Road, Trowbridge, BA14 0QT
Extension of existing ALDI foodstore and car park with associated works.
Single Storey Rear Extension
49 West Park Road, Corsham, SN13 9LW
Proposed single storey rear extension and second storey extension over existing garage.
Double Storey Extension
Rowans, Higher Coombe, Donhead St Mary, Shaftesbury, SP7 9LS
Extensions and alterations including a garage and two-storey side extension with en-suite, plus demolition of existing conservatory.
Extension
3 Lowbourne, Melksham, SN12 7DZ
Variation of condition to remove second floor accommodation and adjust roof design.
Rear Extension
59 New Road, Royal Wootton Bassett, Swindon, SN4 7DQ
Proposed ground floor rear extension and facade alterations.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | 1 Astute Place, Corsham, SN13 0EP | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion including a rear flat roof dormer and two decorative front dormers. | Refused |
| Loft Conversion | Trowbridge | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion with a rear dormer to provide additional living accommodation. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | Calne | £25k–£50k | Alterations to a dwelling including installation of a rear dormer window. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Swindon | £50k–£100k | Proposed loft extension with rear dormer to create additional living space. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Salisbury | £100k–£250k | Proposed rear, side and dormer extensions and conversion of garage to habitable accommodation. | Pending |
Loft Conversion
1 Astute Place, Corsham, SN13 0EP
Loft conversion including a rear flat roof dormer and two decorative front dormers.
Loft Conversion
Trowbridge
Loft conversion with a rear dormer to provide additional living accommodation.
Loft Conversion
Calne
Alterations to a dwelling including installation of a rear dormer window.
Loft Conversion
Swindon
Proposed loft extension with rear dormer to create additional living space.
Loft Conversion
Salisbury
Proposed rear, side and dormer extensions and conversion of garage to habitable accommodation.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage | Cart Shed at Westfield Farm, Down Ampney, Cirencester, GL7 5QQ | £25k–£50k | Consent for removal of roof and debris for structural inspection. | Approved |
| Heritage | 2 Pewsey Road, Marlborough, SN8 1NQ | £25k–£50k | Repairs to roof coverings, chimney, windows, and front doors of listed houses. | Approved |
| New Build | Former Nursery, Northleigh, Bradford on Avon, BA15 2RG | £100k–£250k | Approval of reserved matters for the erection of a custom-build dwelling and associated access works. | Withdrawn |
| Heritage | Rattlebone Inn, Church Street, Sherston, Malmesbury, SN16 0LR | £100k–£250k | Essential repair works due to cracks and subsidence. | Approved |
| Garden Room | West Barn Farmhouse, West Yatton, Yatton Keynell, Chippenham, SN14 7EW | £100k–£250k | Internal and external alterations including staircase removal and installation of solar panels. | Approved |
Heritage
Cart Shed at Westfield Farm, Down Ampney, Cirencester, GL7 5QQ
Consent for removal of roof and debris for structural inspection.
Heritage
2 Pewsey Road, Marlborough, SN8 1NQ
Repairs to roof coverings, chimney, windows, and front doors of listed houses.
New Build
Former Nursery, Northleigh, Bradford on Avon, BA15 2RG
Approval of reserved matters for the erection of a custom-build dwelling and associated access works.
Heritage
Rattlebone Inn, Church Street, Sherston, Malmesbury, SN16 0LR
Essential repair works due to cracks and subsidence.
Garden Room
West Barn Farmhouse, West Yatton, Yatton Keynell, Chippenham, SN14 7EW
Internal and external alterations including staircase removal and installation of solar panels.
Data sourced from Wiltshire Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of recent construction opportunities across Wiltshire.
Removal of roof, vegetation and debris to allow full structural inspection of building.
£25k–£50kCart Shed at Westfield Farm, Down Ampney, Cirencester, GL7 5QQ
Consent for removal of roof and debris for structural inspection.
Extension of existing Class E ALDI foodstore and car park, with associated works.
£250k–£1mAldi, Bradley Road, Trowbridge, BA14 0QT
Extension of existing ALDI foodstore and car park with associated works.
Like for like roof coverings repairs, and repointing repairs to chimney of house no. 2. Windows repairs throughout houses no.2,3 & 4 with replacement of window on house no.2 top left southern elevation. Front door replacement to no.2 and 3. Proposed resin
£25k–£50k2 Pewsey Road, Marlborough, SN8 1NQ
Repairs to roof coverings, chimney, windows, and front doors of listed houses.
Proposed single storey rear extension and second storey extension over existing garage and associated works
£100k–£250k49 West Park Road, Corsham, SN13 9LW
Proposed single storey rear extension and second storey extension over existing garage.
Examples of projects at an early stage before wider competition builds.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Status in Wiltshire
24%
Approved
75%
Pending
1%
Refused
In Wiltshire, 24% of planning applications are approved, 75% are still pending, and 1% 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 Wiltshire
Among applications tracked by BuildAlert in Wiltshire, 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 Wiltshire
In Wiltshire, 77% of planning applications are domestic and 23% are commercial. Both segments offer opportunities depending on the scale of work you take on.
Demand for Building Work in Wiltshire
Wiltshire's rural character and the presence of Salisbury Plain keep new-build activity more limited than in many comparable counties, pushing construction demand toward extending and renovating existing homes. Salisbury, Devizes, and Marlborough's protected historic cores support higher-spec renovation work, reflecting both conservation requirements and generally higher property values in those towns. Trowbridge and Chippenham's more typical suburban housing stock produces a steadier, more standard flow of extension and loft conversion work.
How to Win Jobs in Wiltshire
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