Ludlow bedroom extensions, designed and built
Thinking about a bedroom extension for your Ludlow home? Start with a free site visit: we measure up, check what the council will allow and give you honest guide figures on the day.
- Guide price in LudlowFrom £25,000 inc VAT
- PlanningUsually a householder application
- Build time14–22 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsSY8
Planning and approvals in Ludlow
In England a two-storey rear extension is permitted development only if it projects no more than 3 m from the original rear wall, sits at least 7 m from the rear boundary, matches the roof pitch and uses obscure, non-opening side windows upstairs. Most two-storey extensions therefore go through a householder planning application, which costs £548 from 1 April 2026 and normally takes about 8 weeks.
Before any drawing is finalised we check whether the house is listed, in a conservation area or subject to an Article 4 direction.
If the work involves a shared wall, building on the boundary, or digging foundations within 3 m (sometimes 6 m) of a neighbour's building, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies and notice must be served before work starts: two months for work to a party wall, one month for new walls on the boundary and for excavations.
Building regulations approval is separate from planning. In England you can use the council's building control team or a registered building control approver; a full plans application gets the drawings checked before work starts, and the inspector signs the work off with a completion certificate.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
What we take care of
- Planning drawings and application
- En-suite drainage and ventilation design
- Fire safety: escape windows and smoke alarms to building regulations
- Layout options: two-storey, over-garage or ground floor
Guide prices for Ludlow
These guide figures apply our West Midlands adjustment (×0.97) to national rates. They include VAT at 20% and cover the build itself; design and council fees are listed separately.
Typical rates in Ludlow: £1,550 to £3,100 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| One bedroom 12 m² | £25,000 – £31,000 | £25,000 – £33,000 | £27,500 – £37,500 |
| Bedroom and en-suite 18 m² | £27,500 – £34,500 | £33,000 – £43,000 | £41,500 – £56,000 |
| Two rooms 30 m² | £46,500 – £57,000 | £55,000 – £71,500 | £69,500 – £93,500 |
Try the guide-price tool to see a range for your own size and finish.
Covering Ludlow
Across SY8, we can visit, measure and advise. We also work in nearby Bridgnorth (15 miles), Telford (24 miles), Shrewsbury (24 miles), Wellington (24 miles).
For homes towards Herefordshire, Leominster is around 10 miles away. The West Midlands has a large stock of 1930s and post-war semi-detached houses, which are well suited to rear, side and over-garage extensions, plus Victorian terraces in the older inner areas.
What happens next
Site visits are free and there is no obligation. Where drawings are needed, the design stage is priced in writing before it starts.
Free site visit
We visit your Ludlow home, measure up, talk through what you want and check the planning position.
Design and approvals
We draw the design, agree it with you and handle planning or permitted development checks and building regulations.
Fixed written price
We confirm the build price in writing, based on the approved drawings and the finishes you have chosen.
Build and sign-off
The build is managed from start to finish, inspected at each stage and signed off on completion.
Your questions about a bedroom extension in Ludlow
How long does a bedroom extension take to build in Ludlow?
On site, typically 14 to 22 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 8–14 weeks design and approvals.
Who do I contract with for a bedroom extension in Ludlow?
Your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd, which designs and manages the project and the build teams who carry it out.
Will my neighbours in Ludlow be involved?
If a planning application or prior approval is needed, the council notifies neighbours. If the work is on or near a shared boundary, party wall notices may also be needed.
How much does a bedroom extension cost?
Our guide range is about £1,550 to £3,100 per m² including VAT. A bedroom with an en-suite of about 18 m² is typically £33,000 to £43,000 at standard spec, depending on whether it is part of a larger two-storey build.
Does an en-suite need a window?
No, but it needs mechanical extraction that meets the building regulations. We design the duct route at the drawing stage.
Book a free site visit in Ludlow
We will measure up, check the planning position and give you honest guide figures.
- Free, no-obligation site visit
- Planning route checked before you spend on drawings
- Written price once the design is agreed
- Building control sign-off at the end
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Tell us a little about the project and we will arrange a time.