What is a wraparound extension?

A wraparound extension combines a side return and a rear extension into one L-shaped addition. It gives the largest possible ground floor, often creating an open-plan kitchen, dining and living space across the whole width of the house.
How much does a wraparound extension cost in Camborne?
In Camborne, a wraparound extension typically costs £2,250–£3,250 per m² of floor area, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). For a typical 28 m² project that is roughly £63,000–£91,000. Prices in the South West sit near the national average for this kind of work, and the range for Camborne reflects that. Design, structural calculations and council fees are extra.
| Size or type | Guide range |
|---|---|
| Smaller project (20 m²) | £45,000–£65,000 |
| Typical project (28 m²) | £63,000–£91,000 |
| Larger project (39 m²) | £88,000–£127,000 |
| Rate per m² | £2,250–£3,250 |
Your quote will depend mainly on:
- Party wall surveyor fees for one or both neighbours
- Steelwork and propping of the existing house
- Total footprint and the amount of glazing
- Access for materials on terraced streets
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 wraparound extension in Camborne?
Approvals for a wraparound extension in Camborne follow the rules for England. In England a wraparound extension combines side and rear elements, which normally takes it outside permitted development, so a householder planning application is made.
Where work involves a shared wall, building on the boundary, or digging foundations within 3 metres of a neighbour’s building and deeper than its foundations (or within 6 metres for deeper work), the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies and notices must be served before work starts.
Our first visit includes a check of your planning history, so you know the route before paying for drawings.
What we handle
The work we manage on a wraparound extension:
- Building control completion
- Underfloor heating option, electrics and plastering
- Removal of internal and external walls
- Party wall notices and surveyor liaison
- Design and planning application
- Structural engineer’s design for steels and supports
How long does it take?
Expect 12 to 18 weeks on site. Allow time beforehand for drawings and approvals, usually 3 to 4 months.
Building in Camborne
In parts of the South West, protected landscapes and conservation areas shape what can be built, so materials and roof forms are chosen carefully.
Our Camborne coverage includes postcode districts TR14, and we also work in nearby places such as Redruth, Falmouth and Truro.
How it works
- 01
Survey and brief
We visit, discuss your ideas and budget, and survey the property or site at no cost.
- 02
Design and fixed quote
Drawings, structural calculations and an itemised, fixed price for the agreed specification.
- 03
Approvals
Planning or permitted development confirmation, building regulations and any party wall matters.
- 04
Construction and completion
We build, put right any snags and hand over the building control certificate.
Questions about wraparound extensions in Camborne
Will both neighbours be affected?
Usually only the neighbour on the side return side, but rear foundations near either boundary can trigger party wall notices.
Do you build wraparound extensions in Camborne?
Yes. We build wraparound extensions across Camborne, including postcodes TR14. Every project starts with a free home visit.
Can we keep a separate living room?
Yes. Many clients keep the front room separate and open up only the back of the house.
How much does a wraparound extension cost in Camborne?
In Camborne, a wraparound extension typically costs £2,250–£3,250 per m² of floor area, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). A typical 28 m² project comes to roughly £63,000–£91,000. Your fixed price depends on the survey and drawings.
Is a wraparound worth it?
It gives the biggest ground-floor space without going upwards. Whether it adds value depends on your street and house, so we suggest checking local sale prices before committing.
