South Ockendon, Essex
Two-storey rear extension in South Ockendon
A larger kitchen downstairs and an extra bedroom or bathroom upstairs, under one roof. We design, get the approvals for and build two-storey rear extensions in South Ockendon and the surrounding area, with one contract from the first survey to building control sign-off.
South Ockendon and its postcode districts RM15, RM19 and RM20 are part of our Essex coverage. In South Ockendon, a two-storey rear extension is worth comparing with the cost of moving once stamp duty, agents' and legal fees are counted.
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 two-storey rear extension cost in South Ockendon?
Guide prices for a two-storey rear extension in South Ockendon start from our East of England rate of £1,910–£2,860 per square metre, including VAT. East of England prices run slightly above our West Midlands baseline; clay soils near trees are the main foundation variable.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²) | £57,000–£86,000 |
| 4 m × 6 m footprint, two floors (48 m²) | £91,500–£137,500 |
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 two-storey rear extension in South Ockendon?
Planning for a two-storey rear extension in South Ockendon follows the English householder rules.
England's rules allow a rear extension of more than one storey without an application only when it is no deeper than 3 metres and at least 7 metres from the boundary opposite the rear wall, and never on designated land. Most two-storey schemes need householder planning permission.
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 Ockendon like to extend?
South Ockendon mixes Victorian terraces with 1930s semis, so both side returns and full-width kitchen extensions suit houses here.
How a two-storey rear extension in South Ockendon comes together
Survey visit
We visit free of charge, measure up, check access, drainage and neighbours' extensions, and note what you want the room to do.
Drawings and budget
Floor plans and elevations for the options, each with a guide price.
Paperwork handled
Planning, prior approval or permitted development, Building Regulations approval, structural design and party wall notices are all handled by us.
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.
Two-storey rear extensions near South Ockendon
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FAQ
Two-storey rear extension questions in South Ockendon
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.
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.
Can it be built on a terraced house?
Sometimes, but the upper floor is harder to get through planning on a terrace because of the effect on neighbours. A single-storey extension with a loft conversion is often an easier route.
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.
Is the site visit in South Ockendon free?
Yes. We visit, measure up and talk through the options with no cost and no obligation.
How long does a rear extension take to build in South Ockendon?
Most single-storey rear extensions take 10 to 16 weeks on site and two-storey extensions 16 to 26 weeks, after design and approvals.