Woodbridge, Suffolk
Two-storey rear extension in Woodbridge
For homes in Woodbridge, a two-storey rear extension is often the simplest way to gain space without moving. A larger kitchen downstairs and an extra bedroom or bathroom upstairs, under one roof. We take it from survey to completion certificate.
Woodbridge and its postcode districts IP12 are part of our Suffolk coverage. In Woodbridge, a two-storey rear extension is worth comparing with the cost of moving once stamp duty, agents' and legal fees are counted.
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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 Woodbridge?
Guide prices for a two-storey rear extension in Woodbridge 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 Woodbridge?
Whether your two-storey rear extension in Woodbridge needs a planning application depends on its size, your house and any local restrictions.
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 Woodbridge like to extend?
Woodbridge 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 Woodbridge 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 Woodbridge
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FAQ
Two-storey rear extension questions in Woodbridge
Do I need planning permission for a rear extension in Woodbridge?
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.
Is the site visit in Woodbridge free?
Yes. We visit, measure up and talk through the options with no cost and no obligation.
Is two-storey cheaper per square metre than single-storey?
Usually yes, because the foundations and roof are shared across twice the floor area. The total cost is higher.
Can I live at home while the extension is built?
Usually yes. Most of the work is outside until the back wall is opened near the end, and that stage is screened off.
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.
How long does a rear extension take to build in Woodbridge?
Most single-storey rear extensions take 10 to 16 weeks on site and two-storey extensions 16 to 26 weeks, after design and approvals.