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 Jarrow?
In Jarrow, a wraparound extension typically costs £2,000–£2,900 per m² of floor area, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). For a typical 28 m² project that is roughly £56,000–£81,000. We start from a UK-wide guide and adjust it for the North East, where labour and materials are typically about 10% below average. Design, structural calculations and council fees are extra.
| Size or type | Guide range |
|---|---|
| Smaller project (20 m²) | £40,000–£58,000 |
| Typical project (28 m²) | £56,000–£81,000 |
| Larger project (39 m²) | £78,000–£113,000 |
| Rate per m² | £2,000–£2,900 |
What moves the price most:
- Drainage changes
- Steelwork and propping of the existing house
- Total footprint and the amount of glazing
- Kitchen and flooring specification
A guide range is only a starting point: the guide price tool gives an instant figure for your size, and a free survey turns it into a fixed quote.
Do you need planning permission for a wraparound extension in Jarrow?
Whether you need planning permission depends on your house and its location in 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.
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.
At the survey we check your house’s planning history and any restrictions, and tell you which route applies.
What we handle
From survey to sign-off, the job normally involves:
- Walls, roof and glazing
- Building control completion
- Underfloor heating option, electrics and plastering
- Party wall notices and surveyor liaison
- Removal of internal and external walls
- Foundations and drainage
How long does it take?
The build itself usually takes 12 to 18 weeks on site. Before that, surveys, drawings and approvals usually take 3 to 4 months, longer if the council asks for changes.
Building in Jarrow
The North East has many terraced streets and post-war semis, where rear extensions and loft conversions are popular ways to gain space.
We work across Jarrow and neighbouring areas such as Hebburn, Wallsend and South Shields. Postcodes we cover in Jarrow include NE32.
How it works
- 01
Visit and measured survey
A free visit to understand the project, check access and take measurements.
- 02
Design and pricing
Design options, then a fixed quote based on the chosen drawings and specification.
- 03
Approvals in place
We handle planning, building control and neighbour notices before work starts.
- 04
Construction and completion
We build, put right any snags and hand over the building control certificate.
Questions about wraparound extensions in Jarrow
How much does a wraparound extension cost in Jarrow?
In Jarrow, a wraparound extension typically costs £2,000–£2,900 per m² of floor area, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). A typical 28 m² project comes to roughly £56,000–£81,000. 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.
How long does a wraparound extension take in Jarrow?
Typically 12 to 18 weeks on site. Design and approvals beforehand usually take 3 to 4 months.
What about the old back addition?
The side wall of the back addition is usually removed and replaced with a steel beam, so the old kitchen joins the new space.
Can we keep a separate living room?
Yes. Many clients keep the front room separate and open up only the back of the house.