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Rear extensions in Hexham

From the first measured visit to building control sign-off, we handle rear extensions in Hexham under one contract.

Hexham is in Northumberland, with postcode districts including NE46. The nearest places we also cover are Prudhoe (10.0 miles) and Consett (13.5 miles).

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Rear extensions we build in Hexham

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Rear extension prices in Hexham

North East prices are among the lowest in our range; former mining ground is the main foundation variable.

ExampleGuide inc VAT
Single-storey, 3 m × 4 m (12 m²)£20,500–£33,500
Single-storey, 4 m × 6 m (24 m²)£41,000–£67,000
Two-storey, 3 m × 5 m footprint (30 m²)£48,500–£73,000
Side return, about 14 m²£29,000–£48,000
Wraparound, about 25 m²£49,500–£81,000

What are homes in Hexham like to extend?

Terraces and semis are typical around Hexham. On terraces a single-storey rear extension across the back yard is usually the practical choice; semis often have room for more.

Planning rules for Hexham

Under England's householder permitted development rules you can usually add 3 metres at the back of an attached house, or 4 metres on a detached house, without a planning application, as long as the extension stays under 4 metres high and its eaves stay under 3 metres where it is within 2 metres of a boundary.

If 3 or 4 metres is not enough, England's prior approval route allows 6 metres on a terraced or semi-detached house and 8 metres on a detached house for a single-storey rear extension. Neighbours are consulted, the council decides within 42 days, and the fee is £249, rising to £310 from 8 December 2026.

Every rear extension in England needs Building Regulations approval, whether or not planning is needed. You can use the council's building control service or a registered building control approver, by full plans (checked before work, usually within five weeks) or a building notice, and you get a completion certificate at the end.

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FAQ

Questions people ask

How much is a rear extension in Hexham?

A 3 m × 4 m single-storey rear extension is about £20,500–£33,500 including VAT at our North East England guide rates; the written price follows a survey.

Do I need planning permission in Hexham?

Often not for a single-storey rear extension of up to 3 metres (4 metres on a detached house) under permitted development, or up to 6 or 8 metres with prior approval, unless the house is in a conservation area or its rights have been removed.

Is the site visit in Hexham free?

Yes, with no obligation.

Do I need a party wall agreement?

In England, usually yes if the extension is on or near a shared boundary or the foundations are close to a neighbour's building. We serve the notices.

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