Bideford, Devon
Kitchen-diner rear extension in Bideford
We plan and build kitchen-diner rear extensions for homeowners in Bideford. An open-plan kitchen, dining and family room that opens straight onto the garden. Start with a free site visit, then a written price once the design is agreed.
Bideford and its postcode districts EX39 are part of our Devon coverage. We usually keep the working kitchen where the old one was and put the dining table in the new space by the doors, which suits most Bideford homes.
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 kitchen-diner rear extension cost in Bideford?
In Bideford, our guide for a kitchen-diner rear extension is £1,980–£3,220 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. South West prices run slightly above our West Midlands baseline; natural stone to match the house is the main variable.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²) | £23,500–£38,500 |
| 4 m wide × 5 m deep (20 m²) | £39,500–£64,500 |
| 4 m wide × 6 m deep (24 m²) | £47,500–£77,500 |
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 kitchen-diner rear extension in Bideford?
Here is how the rules in England apply to a kitchen-diner rear extension in Bideford.
Under England's householder permitted development rules you can usually add 3 metres at the back of an attached house, or 4 metres on a detached house, without a planning application, as long as the extension stays under 4 metres high and its eaves stay under 3 metres where it is 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. 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 Bideford like to extend?
Stone-built and rendered houses are common around Bideford, so matching the walling is a design decision in its own right: natural stone, reconstituted stone or a render finish across old and new.
How a kitchen-diner rear extension in Bideford 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.
Options and costs
We draw layout options and price each one, so the budget shapes the design rather than surprising you later.
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.
Kitchen-diner rear extensions near Bideford
Neighbouring places we cover include Barnstaple (7.9 miles) and Ilfracombe (13.9 miles).
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FAQ
Kitchen-diner rear extension questions in Bideford
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.
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.
Can I add a utility room?
Often. A narrow utility or boot room along one side keeps the washing machine out of the open-plan space.
Can you match the brick or stone on my Bideford house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.
Do I need planning permission for a rear extension in Bideford?
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 Bideford free?
Yes. We visit, measure up and talk through the options with no cost and no obligation.