Wraparound extensions in Shepherds Bush: design, approvals and build
If you live in Shepherds Bush and want more space without moving, a wraparound extension is one of the most practical ways to get it. We handle the drawings, approvals and the build.
- Guide price in Shepherds BushFrom £46,500 inc VAT
- PlanningUsually a householder application
- Build time14–20 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsW6, W8, W10, W11, W12
Planning rules that apply in Shepherds Bush
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.
Building over or within 3 m of a public sewer needs the water company's consent, usually through a build-over agreement, before the foundations go in.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
What should I budget for a wraparound extension in Shepherds Bush?
Labour and material costs vary across the UK, so for Shepherds Bush we use our London factor (×1.3). The ranges include VAT and exclude design, structural and council fees.
Typical rates in Shepherds Bush: £2,600 to £4,810 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact L-shape 18 m² | £46,500 – £56,500 | £53,500 – £68,000 | £67,500 – £87,000 |
| Medium L-shape 25 m² | £65,000 – £78,000 | £74,500 – £94,500 | £94,000 – £120,500 |
| Large L-shape 32 m² | £83,000 – £100,000 | £95,500 – £121,000 | £120,500 – £154,000 |
Try the guide-price tool to see a range for your own size and finish.
Local to Shepherds Bush
Postcode districts we cover around Shepherds Bush include W6, W8, W10, W11, W12, W14. Nearby, we also take on projects in Notting Hill (1 mile), Chiswick (2 miles), Fulham (2 miles), Willesden (2 miles).
For homes towards Surrey, East Molesey is around 9 miles away. London's housing is dominated by Victorian and Edwardian terraces, many with a rear outrigger and a side return, and 1930s semis in the outer boroughs. Conservation areas are common, so the planning check comes first.
Who a wraparound extension suits
- Families who want kitchen, dining and living in one space
- Semi-detached houses with a side passage
- Terraced houses that want the largest ground floor possible
The corner is where wraparounds succeed or fail. We usually use a single steel goalpost or a corner post hidden in a pier, and set the glazing so the new room reads as one space rather than two boxes.
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
A designer visits, takes measurements and photos, and discusses layouts, budget and timing with you.
Design and approvals
Once the layout is agreed, we deal with the council: planning permission or written confirmation that none is needed, plus building control.
Fixed written price
With the design and specification agreed, you get a fixed written price and a start date.
Build and sign-off
Work is carried out to the agreed programme, inspected by building control and signed off at the end.
Common questions in Shepherds Bush
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Shepherds Bush, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
Do you cover all of Shepherds Bush?
Yes. We cover Shepherds Bush and the surrounding parts of Greater London. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
Who do I contract with for a wraparound extension in Shepherds Bush?
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 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.
How much does a wraparound extension cost?
Our guide range is about £2,600 to £4,810 per m² including VAT. A 25 m² standard-spec wraparound typically lands around £74,500 to £94,500 in Shepherds Bush before design and council fees.
Book a free site visit in Shepherds Bush
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.