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How Much Do House Extension Cost in Sunderland?

Real prices from completed projects in Sunderland and the surrounding area. Costs vary by size, specification and access โ€” use these as a starting guide, then get 3 free quotes for your specific project.

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Single-storey extension
Rear or Side-Return Extension
£ 22,000 โ€“ £45,000

The most popular choice for UK terraces and semis. Adds a kitchen-diner or extra living space at ground level. Typically 3โ€“5m deep, completed in 10โ€“14 weeks.

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Double-storey extension
Full Double-Storey Rear Extension
£ 45,000 โ€“ £81,000

Maximum space gain in a single build โ€” adds a ground-floor room and a bedroom above. Strong ROI in most UK property markets. Requires full planning permission.

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Side Extension
Side-Return or Infill Extension
£ 14,500 โ€“ £34,000

Ideal for terraced homes with a narrow side alley. Transforms a cramped kitchen into a full-width open-plan space. Often combined with a rear extension.

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Sunderland pricing note: North East England (Newcastle, Sunderland, Teesside) is one of the most affordable regions for building work, with costs running 10โ€“15% below the national average. Excellent value for extensions and loft conversions. Prices shown are indicative ranges for Sunderland and North East. Always get at least 3 written quotes before committing to any builder.

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Sunderland has a thriving home improvement market driven by a strong local economy and a mix of Victorian terraces, post-war housing and contemporary developments. Finding the right builder is key to any successful project.

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What Sunderland Homeowners Say About Our House Extension Specialists

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Rear and side extension combined on our Victorian terrace in Sunderland. 24mยฒ rear with structural opening through to the existing kitchen and a steel beam above. Total ยฃ43600 across 12 weeks on site. FMB-credentialed builder, structural calcs done in-house.

Jules S.
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House Extension
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Compared four extension builders through BestBuilders for the Sunderland job. Selected on availability rather than price - we needed to start before winter. Permitted Development route confirmed via a Lawful Development Certificate before any digging. Total ยฃ79200 fully turnkey. Moved out for two weeks during the demolition and steel install, the rest was bearable.

Bea H.
Sunderland
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Six months later, no settlement cracks anywhere - foundations were clearly done right. Builder we found via BestBuilders in Sunderland specced higher-grade glazing than we asked for - winter heating bills are noticeably lower. Total ยฃ60720. Decided to stay rather than move - the extension solved the space problem entirely.

Otis W.
Sunderland
House Extension

House Extension in Sunderland โ€” FAQs

Single-storey extensions in Sunderland typically run ยฃ2,000 to ยฃ3,000 per square metre, so a 20 square metre rear extension usually costs ยฃ40,000 to ยฃ60,000. Two-storey extensions cost more in total but less per square metre because the roof and foundations are shared.
Many single-storey rear extensions in Sunderland fall under permitted development, up to 3 metres for an attached house or 4 metres for a detached one, or up to 6 and 8 metres under the larger home extension prior approval scheme. Conservation areas, listed buildings and most side extensions need full planning permission, so check with your builder first.
A single-storey extension usually takes 10 to 16 weeks on site, and a two-storey extension 16 to 24 weeks, weather and access permitting. Allow time for design, planning and building regulations approval before work begins in Sunderland.
If your extension is built up to or astride a shared boundary, or involves digging near the foundations of a neighbouring property, the Party Wall Act applies and you must serve notice. Most Sunderland builders flag this early so a party wall surveyor can be arranged in good time.
Yes, almost all extensions need building regulations approval covering structure, insulation, drainage and fire safety, even when planning permission is not required. Your Sunderland builder works to these standards and arranges building control inspections at each key stage.

Plan Your house extension Project in Sunderland

Whether you're researching costs, checking planning rules, or comparing approaches before you commit, our editorial team has produced these guides to help Sunderland homeowners make informed decisions about their house extension project.

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Planning Your House Extension in Sunderland

Before you compare quotes, it's worth understanding the full UK price picture for house extension and how Sunderland sits within it. The guides below cover average costs, what affects your quote, and how to choose a builder you can trust.

UK House Extension Cost Guide

Full price ranges, worked examples and the factors that move your quote โ€” drawn from real project data across 519 UK towns.

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House Extension Across the UK

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Planning Permission for House Extension in Sunderland

Find out whether your house extension needs planning permission in Sunderland, what Permitted Development limits apply, and how rules differ in conservation areas, Article 4 zones, and listed-building settings.

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