North Shields, Tyne and Wear
Semi-detached rear extension in North Shields
Single or two-storey extensions for semi-detached houses, with side access and one party wall. We design, get the approvals for and build rear extensions for semi-detached houses in North Shields and the surrounding area, with one contract from the first survey to building control sign-off.
We cover North Shields (NE26, NE29 and NE30) as part of our Tyne and Wear work. Where a North Shields semi already has a small lean-to at the back, we usually replace it rather than extend it.
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 semi-detached rear extension cost in North Shields?
For North Shields we work from the North East England rate: £1,710–£2,790 per square metre of new floor, including VAT, standard specification. North East prices are among the lowest in our range; former mining ground is the main foundation variable.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²) | £20,500–£33,500 |
| 4 m wide × 5 m deep (20 m²) | £34,000–£56,000 |
| 4 m wide × 6 m deep (24 m²) | £41,000–£67,000 |
We put a fixed price in writing once the design is agreed, and explain any provisional sums such as foundations.
Do you need planning permission for a semi-detached rear extension in North Shields?
Planning for a semi-detached rear extension in North Shields 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.
A two-storey rear extension can be permitted development in England only if it projects no more than 3 metres, stays at least 7 metres from the rear boundary, matches the existing roof pitch and has obscure-glazed upper side windows. In practice most double-storey rear extensions go through a householder planning application.
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. We check your house's planning history and any conservation area before drawing, so the route is clear before you spend on plans.
What are homes in North Shields like to extend?
Brick terraces, colliery houses and post-war semis make up much of North Shields. Former mining areas often need a coal mining risk check before foundations are designed.
How a semi-detached rear extension in North Shields 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.
Paperwork handled
Planning, prior approval or permitted development, Building Regulations approval, structural design and party wall notices are all handled by us.
Fixed price and build
A written price for the agreed design, a start date and a named contact through the build, ending with the building control completion certificate.
Semi-detached rear extensions near North Shields
From North Shields, the nearest places we also cover are Tynemouth (0.9 miles) and South Shields (1.4 miles).
- Semi-detached rear extension in Tynemouth
- Semi-detached rear extension in South Shields
- Semi-detached rear extension in Whitley Bay
- Semi-detached rear extension in Jarrow
- Semi-detached rear extension in Wallsend
Other work in North Shields:
FAQ
Semi-detached rear extension questions in North Shields
Is the site visit in North Shields free?
Yes. We visit, measure up and talk through the options with no cost and no obligation.
What postcode areas do you cover around North Shields?
Including NE26, NE29 and NE30, and the surrounding Tyne and Wear area.
What if my neighbour has already extended?
That can make a matching depth easier to justify. We measure theirs at 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.
Can you match the brick or stone on my North Shields house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.
Can I get a price without a visit?
Our online guide-price tool gives a range in a couple of minutes. A written price needs a survey.