South Shields, Tyne and Wear
Wraparound extension in South Shields
We plan and build wraparound extensions for homeowners in South Shields. An L-shaped extension that fills the side return and runs across the back. Start with a free site visit, then a written price once the design is agreed.
South Shields is covered from our Tyne and Wear round, including NE32, NE33 and NE34. In South Shields we usually draw the wraparound and a simpler rear-only option side by side, so the planning risk and cost difference are clear.
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 wraparound extension cost in South Shields?
In South Shields, our guide for a wraparound extension is £1,980–£3,240 per square metre including VAT for a 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 |
|---|---|
| L-shaped, about 22 m² of new floor | £43,500–£71,500 |
| L-shaped, about 30 m² of new floor | £59,500–£97,000 |
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 wraparound extension in South Shields?
The planning route for a wraparound extension in South Shields is set by England's householder rules and your council.
Side return infills and the side leg of a wraparound are treated as side extensions in England: single-storey, no more than 4 metres high and no wider than half the original house. They are not permitted development in conservation areas, National Parks or National Landscapes, and a joined wraparound often needs a planning application because the side and rear rules apply together.
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies in England: you serve notice two months before work to a shared wall, and one month before digging foundations within 3 metres (or 6 metres for deeper foundations) of a neighbour's building. Neighbours can agree in writing; if they dissent, surveyors agree an award.
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 South Shields like to extend?
Brick terraces, colliery houses and post-war semis make up much of South Shields. Former mining areas often need a coal mining risk check before foundations are designed.
How a wraparound extension in South 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.
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.
Wraparound extensions near South Shields
Neighbouring places we cover include Tynemouth (1.4 miles) and North Shields (1.4 miles).
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- Wraparound extension in North Shields
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FAQ
Wraparound 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.
Is the site visit in South Shields free?
Yes. We visit, measure up and talk through the options with no cost and no obligation.
Is it worth it over a side return alone?
If you want a dining table and a sofa as well as the kitchen, usually yes.
How long does a rear extension take to build in South Shields?
Most single-storey rear extensions take 10 to 16 weeks on site and two-storey extensions 16 to 26 weeks, after design and approvals.
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.
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.