What's Being Built in Fulham

What Fulham Homeowners Are Building

Fulham has seen strong renovation activity over the past twelve months, with full refurbishments accounting for 33% of all planning applications. Loft Conversions follow at 17%, with side return extensions making up a further 17% of submissions. This pattern reflects the character of Fulham's housing stock and the aspirations of homeowners in the SW6 postcode.

As a designated conservation area, Fulham requires all external alterations to be sympathetically designed and built using appropriate materials. Planning officers at Hammersmith & Fulham Council pay close attention to proposals that affect the streetscape, particularly along prominent roads such as Hurlingham Road and Broomhouse Lane. Despite these additional requirements, our data shows a 75% approval rate for applications in the area — evidence that well-prepared submissions continue to succeed.

The most active streets for development in Fulham include Hurlingham Road, Broomhouse Lane, Parsons Green, where homeowners are investing in both extending and upgrading their properties. Family homes are being extended and reconfigured to create open-plan living spaces, with rear extensions and loft conversions proving the most cost-effective way to add bedrooms and entertaining areas.

Properties in Fulham (SW6) typically range from period terraces to substantial detached homes. Whether you are considering a straightforward loft conversion or a comprehensive basement dig, early engagement with Hammersmith & Fulham Council's planning department — and appointing an architect familiar with local policy — will significantly improve your chances of a smooth approval. Our team maintains an outstanding track record across the SW6 postcode.