South Shields, Tyne and Wear
Semi-detached rear extension in South Shields
Single or two-storey extensions for semi-detached houses, with side access and one party wall. If you live in South Shields and want to know what a semi-detached rear extension would cost and whether it needs planning, start with the online guide price or a free site visit.
We cover South Shields (NE32, NE33 and NE34) as part of our Tyne and Wear work. In South Shields we measure the attached neighbour's extension at the survey, because it often sets the sensible depth for yours.
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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 South Shields?
Guide prices for a semi-detached rear extension in South Shields start from our North East England rate of £1,710–£2,790 per square metre, including VAT. 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 South Shields?
Whether your semi-detached rear extension in South Shields needs a planning application depends on its size, your house and any local restrictions.
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.
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.
England also has the larger home extension route: a single-storey rear extension of up to 6 metres on an attached house or 8 metres on a detached house, after prior approval from the council. The council notifies your neighbours and has 42 days to decide; the fee is £249 (£310 for applications made from 8 December 2026). The route is not available on designated land such as conservation areas.
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 Shields like to extend?
Terraces and semis are typical around South Shields. On terraces a single-storey rear extension across the back yard is usually the practical choice; semis often have room for more.
How a semi-detached rear extension in South Shields 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.
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.
Semi-detached rear extensions near South Shields
Close by, we work in Tynemouth, about 1.4 miles away, and North Shields, about 1.4 miles away.
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FAQ
Semi-detached rear extension questions in South Shields
What postcode areas do you cover around South Shields?
Including NE32, NE33 and NE34, and the surrounding Tyne and Wear area.
How much does a semi-detached rear extension cost in South Shields?
As a guide, £1,710–£2,790 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. For example, 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²): about £20,500–£33,500 at that rate. Your written price follows the survey.
How far can I extend a semi without planning?
3 metres under permitted development in England, or up to 6 metres with prior approval, outside designated land.
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 South 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.