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 Loughton?
In Loughton, a wraparound extension typically costs £2,150–£3,100 per m² of floor area, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). For a typical 28 m² project that is roughly £60,000–£87,000. Building costs in the West Midlands are close to the UK average, so the figures for Loughton are close to our national guide. Design, structural calculations and council fees are extra.
| Size or type | Guide range |
|---|---|
| Smaller project (20 m²) | £43,000–£62,000 |
| Typical project (28 m²) | £60,000–£87,000 |
| Larger project (39 m²) | £84,000–£121,000 |
| Rate per m² | £2,150–£3,100 |
Your quote will depend mainly on:
- Total footprint and the amount of glazing
- Steelwork and propping of the existing house
- Party wall surveyor fees for one or both neighbours
- Access for materials on terraced streets
Use the guide price tool to see how size and specification change the figure, then ask for a written, itemised quote.
Do you need planning permission for a wraparound extension in Loughton?
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.
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.
We check this for your address before design work starts, so there are no surprises later.
What we handle
Handled as part of most wraparound extensions:
- Design and planning application
- Foundations and drainage
- Party wall notices and surveyor liaison
- Removal of internal and external walls
- Walls, roof and glazing
- Structural engineer’s design for steels and supports
How long does it take?
The build itself usually takes 12 to 18 weeks on site. Design and approvals come first and typically take 3 to 4 months, depending on the approval route.
Building in Loughton
The West Midlands has large numbers of 1930s semis and Victorian terraces, which suit rear extensions, side extensions and dormer loft conversions.
We work across Loughton and neighbouring areas such as Stourport-on-Severn, Kidderminster and Leominster. Postcodes we cover in Loughton include WV16.
How it works
- 01
Free visit
We look at the property, talk through what you want and measure up. There is no charge and no obligation.
- 02
Drawings and written quote
We prepare the design and give you a written, itemised quote with inclusions and exclusions.
- 03
Approvals in place
We handle planning, building control and neighbour notices before work starts.
- 04
Build and sign-off
We run the build to a written programme and hand over the completion certificate.
Questions about wraparound extensions in Loughton
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 much does a wraparound extension cost in Loughton?
In Loughton, a wraparound extension typically costs £2,150–£3,100 per m² of floor area, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). A typical 28 m² project comes to roughly £60,000–£87,000. Your fixed price depends on the survey and drawings.
How long does a wraparound extension take in Loughton?
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.
Does a wraparound extension need planning permission?
Almost always. Combining side and rear elements usually goes beyond permitted development limits, so a householder planning application is normally made.