South Shields, Tyne and Wear
Bungalow rear extension in South Shields
We plan and build rear extensions for bungalows for homeowners in South Shields. Single-storey rear extensions that keep everything on one level. Start with a free site visit, then a written price once the design is agreed.
South Shields sits in Tyne and Wear, with postcode districts including NE32, NE33 and NE34. For bungalows in Tyne and Wear, a rear extension is the usual way to add space without adding stairs.
Book a free site visit
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 South Shields?
Guide prices for a bungalow rear extension in South Shields start from our North East England rate of £1,660–£2,700 per square metre, including VAT. North East prices are among the lowest in our range; former mining ground is the main foundation variable.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²) | £20,000–£32,500 |
| 4 m wide × 6 m deep (24 m²) | £40,000–£65,000 |
Ground conditions, glazing, the roof and how far the house is opened up move the final figure within the range.
Do you need planning permission for a bungalow rear extension in South Shields?
The planning route for a bungalow rear extension in South Shields is set by England's householder rules and your council.
English permitted development (Class A) allows a single-storey rear extension of 3 metres on a terraced or semi-detached house and 4 metres on a detached one, measured from the original house, with a maximum height of 4 metres and eaves of no more than 3 metres 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. At the first visit we measure what is there now and tell you which route fits: permitted development, prior approval or a planning application.
What are homes in South Shields like to extend?
Brick terraces, colliery houses and post-war semis make up much of South Shields. Former mining areas often need a coal mining risk check before foundations are designed.
How a bungalow rear extension in South Shields 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 South Shields
Close by, we work in Tynemouth, about 1.4 miles away, and North Shields, about 1.4 miles away.
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FAQ
Bungalow rear extension questions in South Shields
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.
Can you match the brick or stone on my South Shields house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.
Is a bungalow extension cheaper?
The rates are similar per square metre; roof work can add a little.
Do I need planning permission for a rear extension in South Shields?
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.
Who will build my extension?
Vetted building teams working under contract to us. Your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd for the design and the build.
Will I need a structural engineer?
Yes for the beam over the new opening and usually the foundations; we arrange them and their calculations go to building control.