Saddleworth, Greater Manchester
Two-storey rear extension in Saddleworth
Two-storey rear extension in Saddleworth: a larger kitchen downstairs and an extra bedroom or bathroom upstairs, under one roof. We measure the house, show you what the rules allow, price it in writing and build it.
Saddleworth and its postcode districts OL3 are part of our Greater Manchester coverage. Two-storey rear extensions suit semi-detached houses in Saddleworth best, where the extra bedroom matters as much as the bigger kitchen.
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 Saddleworth?
For Saddleworth we work from the North West England rate: £1,690–£2,540 per square metre of new floor, including VAT, standard specification. North West prices sit below our West Midlands baseline; access on terraced streets is the main variable.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²) | £51,000–£76,000 |
| 4 m × 6 m footprint, two floors (48 m²) | £81,000–£122,000 |
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 two-storey rear extension in Saddleworth?
Here is how the rules in England apply to a two-storey rear extension in Saddleworth.
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. Before any drawing we look up the property's history with the council, because earlier extensions and removed rights change the answer.
What are homes in Saddleworth like to extend?
Stone and brick terraces are common around Saddleworth. Where houses back onto a ginnel or alley, deliveries can come in from the rear, which makes the build tidier.
How a two-storey rear extension in Saddleworth 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.
Paperwork handled
Planning, prior approval or permitted development, Building Regulations approval, structural design and party wall notices are all handled by us.
Written price, then build
Once the design and approvals are in place, you get a fixed written price and programme, and we build through to sign-off.
Two-storey rear extensions near Saddleworth
Close by, we work in Uppermill, about 0.0 miles away, and Lees, about 2.9 miles away.
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FAQ
Two-storey rear extension questions in Saddleworth
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.
Can you match the brick or stone on my Saddleworth house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.
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.
What postcode areas do you cover around Saddleworth?
Including OL3, and the surrounding Greater Manchester area.
Is the site visit in Saddleworth free?
Yes. We visit, measure up and talk through the options with no cost and no obligation.
How much does a two-storey rear extension cost in Saddleworth?
As a guide, £1,690–£2,540 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. For example, 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²): about £51,000–£76,000 at that rate. Your written price follows the survey.