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 Wigston Magna?
In Wigston Magna, a wraparound extension typically costs £2,100–£3,050 per m² of floor area, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). For a typical 28 m² project that is roughly £59,000–£85,500. Prices across the East Midlands are typically 5% below the UK average for this kind of work, which is reflected in the range for Wigston Magna. Design, structural calculations and council fees are extra.
| Size or type | Guide range |
|---|---|
| Smaller project (20 m²) | £42,000–£61,000 |
| Typical project (28 m²) | £59,000–£85,500 |
| Larger project (39 m²) | £82,000–£119,000 |
| Rate per m² | £2,100–£3,050 |
The main things that change the cost:
- Drainage changes
- Party wall surveyor fees for one or both neighbours
- Kitchen and flooring specification
- 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 Wigston Magna?
Approvals for a wraparound extension in Wigston Magna 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.
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.
We check this for your address before design work starts, so there are no surprises later.
What we handle
The work we manage on a wraparound extension:
- Foundations and drainage
- Structural engineer’s design for steels and supports
- Building control completion
- Walls, roof and glazing
- Underfloor heating option, electrics and plastering
- Removal of internal and external walls
How long does it take?
Allow 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 Wigston Magna
The East Midlands has a mix of red-brick terraces, inter-war semis and newer estates, so rear extensions and garage conversions are common projects.
Projects in Wigston Magna (LE2 and LE18) are surveyed in person before we quote, so the price reflects your actual property.
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
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 sign-off
We run the build to a written programme and hand over the completion certificate.
Questions about wraparound extensions in Wigston Magna
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 Wigston Magna?
In Wigston Magna, a wraparound extension typically costs £2,100–£3,050 per m² of floor area, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). A typical 28 m² project comes to roughly £59,000–£85,500. Your fixed price depends on the survey and drawings.
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.
How long does a wraparound extension take in Wigston Magna?
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.