Tipton, West Midlands
Bungalow rear extension in Tipton
We plan and build rear extensions for bungalows for homeowners in Tipton. 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.
Tipton and its postcode districts B69, B70 and DY4 are part of our West Midlands coverage. For bungalows in the West Midlands, 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 Tipton?
For Tipton we work from the West Midlands rate: £1,850–£3,000 per square metre of new floor, including VAT, standard specification. 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 |
Your written price follows a measured survey and an agreed design, so it reflects your house, not an average.
Do you need planning permission for a bungalow rear extension in Tipton?
Planning for a bungalow rear extension in Tipton follows the English householder rules.
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.
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. 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 Tipton like to extend?
Red-brick terraces and 1930s semis make up much of Tipton. Many already have a small kitchen lean-to at the back, which a new rear extension usually replaces rather than adds to.
How a bungalow rear extension in Tipton comes together
Look round and measure
A free visit to see the back of the house, measure it, check the drains and boundaries and hear what you need.
Design and guide price
Two or three layout options with a guide price for each, so you choose the design knowing what it costs.
Approvals
Permitted development check, prior approval or planning application, then Building Regulations drawings and structural calculations, plus party wall notices where they apply.
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 Tipton
From Tipton, the nearest places we also cover are Dudley (2.1 miles) and Wednesbury (2.4 miles).
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FAQ
Bungalow rear extension questions in Tipton
How much does a bungalow rear extension cost in Tipton?
As a guide, £1,850–£3,000 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. For example, 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²): about £22,000–£36,000 at that rate. Your written price follows the survey.
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.
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.
How long does a rear extension take to build in Tipton?
Most single-storey rear extensions take 10 to 16 weeks on site and two-storey extensions 16 to 26 weeks, after design and approvals.
Is the site visit in Tipton free?
Yes. We visit, measure up and talk through the options with no cost and no obligation.
What postcode areas do you cover around Tipton?
Including B69, B70 and DY4, and the surrounding West Midlands area.