Canford Heath, Dorset
Bungalow rear extension in Canford Heath
Bungalow rear extension in Canford Heath: single-storey rear extensions that keep everything on one level. We measure the house, show you what the rules allow, price it in writing and build it.
Canford Heath is covered from our Dorset round, including BH12, BH17 and BH18. For bungalows in Dorset, a rear extension is the usual way to add space without adding stairs.
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Tell us about the house and we'll call to arrange a free, no-obligation visit.
How much does a bungalow rear extension cost in Canford Heath?
Guide prices for a bungalow rear extension in Canford Heath start from our South West England rate of £1,920–£3,120 per square metre, including VAT. South West prices run slightly above our West Midlands baseline; natural stone to match the house is the main variable.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²) | £23,000–£37,500 |
| 4 m wide × 6 m deep (24 m²) | £46,000–£75,000 |
These are guide ranges; the written quote after the survey is the figure that counts.
Do you need planning permission for a bungalow rear extension in Canford Heath?
The planning route for a bungalow rear extension in Canford Heath is set by England's householder rules and your council.
In England a single-storey rear extension can often be built under permitted development: up to 3 metres beyond the original rear wall of an attached house, or 4 metres on a detached house, no higher than 4 metres, with eaves no higher than 3 metres if any part is within 2 metres of a boundary.
England also has the larger home extension route: a single-storey rear extension of up to 6 metres on an attached house or 8 metres on a detached house, after prior approval from the council. The council notifies your neighbours and has 42 days to decide; the fee is £249 (£310 for applications made from 8 December 2026). The route is not available on designated land such as conservation areas.
Conservation areas, National Parks, National Landscapes and the Broads restrict permitted development, and listed buildings always need listed building consent. We check your house's planning history and any conservation area before drawing, so the route is clear before you spend on plans.
What are homes in Canford Heath like to extend?
Stone-built and rendered houses are common around Canford Heath, so matching the walling is a design decision in its own right: natural stone, reconstituted stone or a render finish across old and new.
How a bungalow rear extension in Canford Heath comes together
Free site visit
We measure the house and garden, look at the back wall, drainage and boundaries, and talk through what you want from the space.
Design and guide price
Two or three layout options with a guide price for each, so you choose the design knowing what it costs.
Planning and regulations
We take the design through the right planning route, then produce the construction drawings and engineer's calculations for building control.
Build and sign-off
We build to the approved drawings with regular updates, then hand over the building control completion certificate and any guarantees from suppliers.
Bungalow rear extensions near Canford Heath
From Canford Heath, the nearest places we also cover are Broadstone (1.2 miles) and Wimborne Minster (2.3 miles).
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FAQ
Bungalow rear extension questions in Canford Heath
Can I get a price without a visit?
Our online guide-price tool gives a range in a couple of minutes. A written price needs a survey.
How much does a bungalow rear extension cost in Canford Heath?
As a guide, £1,920–£3,120 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. For example, 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²): about £23,000–£37,500 at that rate. Your written price follows the survey.
Is a bungalow extension cheaper?
The rates are similar per square metre; roof work can add a little.
Can you match the brick or stone on my Canford Heath house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.
Can I live at home while the extension is built?
Usually yes. Most of the work is outside until the back wall is opened near the end, and that stage is screened off.
How long does a rear extension take to build in Canford Heath?
Most single-storey rear extensions take 10 to 16 weeks on site and two-storey extensions 16 to 26 weeks, after design and approvals.