What is a hip-to-gable loft conversion?
A hip-to-gable loft conversion replaces the sloping side (the hip) of a semi-detached or detached roof with a vertical gable wall. This extends the ridge and creates enough space for a staircase and a full-size room, usually combined with a rear dormer.
How much does a hip-to-gable loft conversion cost in Swindon?
In Swindon, a hip-to-gable loft conversion typically costs £56,000–£79,500 for a hip-to-gable with rear dormer, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). Building costs in the South West are close to the UK average, so the figures for Swindon are close to our national guide. Design, structural calculations and council fees are extra.
| Size or type | Guide range |
|---|---|
| A hip-to-gable with rear dormer | £56,000–£79,500 |
| Higher specification | £79,500–£99,500 |
The biggest cost drivers are:
- Scaffolding to three sides
- Gable wall construction and finish
- Size of the rear dormer
- Bathroom and plumbing
For a figure based on your own measurements, try the guide price tool, then book a free home visit for a fixed quote.
Do you need planning permission for a hip-to-gable loft conversion in Swindon?
Here is how the rules work for a hip-to-gable loft conversion in England. In England a hip-to-gable conversion is often permitted development within the 50 cubic metre roof volume limit for semi-detached and detached houses, provided the gable does not face a road and the house is not in a conservation area.
Building regulations approval comes from the council’s building control service or a registered building control approver. The work is inspected at key stages, such as foundations, drainage and insulation, and a completion certificate is issued at the end.
If the answer is not clear-cut, we can apply for formal confirmation before you commit to the build.
What we handle
What we take care of:
- Drawings and structural calculations
- Insulation, electrics, plumbing and plastering
- Gable wall built in brick or block and finished to match
- Survey and planning check
- Roof extension and rear dormer
- Building control sign-off
How long does it take?
Expect 7 to 10 weeks on site. Design and approvals come first and typically take 6 to 12 weeks, depending on the approval route.
Building in Swindon
The South West mixes stone and render cottages with post-war and newer estates, and local materials matter more here when matching an extension.
From SN1 outwards, we take on projects throughout Swindon and the surrounding parts of Wiltshire.
How it works
- 01
Visit and measured survey
A free visit to understand the project, check access and take measurements.
- 02
Design and fixed quote
Drawings, structural calculations and an itemised, fixed price for the agreed specification.
- 03
Permissions sorted
Applications, building control and neighbour arrangements, all before the start date.
- 04
Build and handover
Work follows the agreed programme, with inspections along the way and a completion certificate at the end.
Questions about hip-to-gable loft conversions in Swindon
How long does it take?
Typically 7 to 10 weeks on site.
Will I need building regulations approval?
Yes. All loft conversions to habitable rooms need building control approval for structure, fire safety, insulation and stairs.
How much does a hip-to-gable loft conversion cost in Swindon?
In Swindon, a hip-to-gable loft conversion typically costs £56,000–£79,500 for a hip-to-gable with rear dormer, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). Your fixed price depends on the survey and drawings.
Will it look strange next to my neighbour?
On a pair of semis the roofs will no longer match unless your neighbour does the same. Many streets already have several converted roofs.
Do you build hip-to-gable loft conversions in Swindon?
Yes. We build hip-to-gable loft conversions across Swindon, including postcodes SN1, SN25, SN26 and SN38. Every project starts with a free home visit.