Wraparound extensions in Hereford: design, approvals and build
A wraparound extension in Hereford starts with the right design and the right approval route. We take care of both, then build it with our own project management.
- Guide price in HerefordFrom £34,500 inc VAT
- PlanningUsually a householder application
- Build time14–20 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsHR1, HR4
How much does a wraparound extension cost in Hereford?
Labour and material costs vary across the UK, so for Hereford we use our West Midlands factor (×0.97). The ranges include VAT and exclude design, structural and council fees.
Typical rates in Hereford: £1,940 to £3,590 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact L-shape 18 m² | £34,500 – £42,000 | £40,000 – £51,000 | £50,500 – £65,000 |
| Medium L-shape 25 m² | £48,500 – £58,500 | £55,500 – £70,500 | £70,000 – £90,000 |
| Large L-shape 32 m² | £62,000 – £74,500 | £71,000 – £90,500 | £90,000 – £115,000 |
Try the guide-price tool to see a range for your own size and finish.
Working in Hereford
Site visits are available across Hereford (HR1, HR4). The same team covers Ledbury (12 miles), Ross-on-Wye (12 miles), Leominster (12 miles), all within easy reach.
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.
Planning rules that apply in Hereford
In England a wraparound extension is assessed as both a side and a rear extension, and the combination usually falls outside permitted development, so most need a householder planning application (£548 from 1 April 2026).
Before any drawing is finalised we check whether the house is listed, in a conservation area or subject to an Article 4 direction.
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.
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.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
What we take care of
- Householder planning application
- Foundations, drainage and any manhole relocation
- Roof with glazing along the side return
- Survey, design and 3D layout options
- Full internal finish or kitchen-ready shell
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
First, a site visit: we look at the house, garden, access and drains and listen to what you need.
Design and approvals
We produce the drawings and structural design, and manage the approvals so they are in place before work starts.
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
Work is carried out to the agreed programme, inspected by building control and signed off at the end.
Wraparound extension questions answered
Do I need building regulations approval in Hereford?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
Who do I contract with for a wraparound extension in Hereford?
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.
Do you cover all of Hereford?
Yes. We cover Hereford and the surrounding parts of Herefordshire. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
Is a wraparound better than a side return alone?
It adds far more space, but costs more and needs planning permission more often. Our comparison guide sets the two side by side.
Will I need to move a drain?
Often. Side returns frequently contain a manhole or a shared drain. Building near or over a public sewer needs the water company’s consent in England and Wales, which we arrange.
Book a free site visit in Hereford
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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Book a free site visit
Tell us a little about the project and we will arrange a time.