Herefordshire
Rear extensions for bungalows in Herefordshire
Single-storey rear extensions that keep everything on one level. Across Herefordshire we handle the whole rear extension: survey, drawings, the planning route, building control and the build. Towns we cover here include Hereford, Leominster and Ross on Wye.
For bungalows in Herefordshire, a rear extension is the usual way to add space without adding stairs. Herefordshire has a lot of post-war semis and estate houses with long gardens and side access, which makes rear extensions quicker to build.
How much does a bungalow rear extension cost in Herefordshire?
Guide prices for a bungalow rear extension in Herefordshire start from our West Midlands rate of £1,850–£3,000 per square metre, including VAT. The West Midlands is the baseline for our guide prices.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²) | £22,000–£36,000 |
| 4 m wide × 6 m deep (24 m²) | £44,500–£72,000 |
These are guide ranges; the written quote after the survey is the figure that counts.
Do you need planning permission in Herefordshire?
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.
Conservation areas, National Parks, National Landscapes and the Broads restrict permitted development, and listed buildings always need listed building consent.
Where in Herefordshire do we work?
FAQ
Questions people ask
Can a bungalow extension be fully accessible?
Yes: level thresholds, wider doors and a wet room are straightforward to design in.
Will the roof look odd?
Not if the pitch and tiles match. Where the eaves are low, a flat-roofed section with a lantern is an alternative.
Can I extend the loft as well?
Sometimes, but that is a different project; a rear extension keeps everything on one level.
Do you cover all of Herefordshire?
We cover 4 towns and districts in Herefordshire, including Hereford, Leominster and Ross on Wye.
Who builds the extension?
Vetted building teams working under contract to us; your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd.