Wraparound extensions for homes in South Norwood
If you live in South Norwood 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 South NorwoodFrom £46,500 inc VAT
- PlanningUsually a householder application
- Build time14–20 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsCR7, SE19, SE20, SE25
Local to South Norwood
We cover South Norwood and the postcode districts CR7, SE19, SE20, SE25. We also work in nearby Upper Norwood (1 mile), Croydon (2 miles), Norbury (2 miles), Beckenham (2 miles).
Just over the Surrey border, Banstead is about 8 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.
What we take care of
- Party wall notice support (England and Wales)
- Householder planning application
- Survey, design and 3D layout options
- Full internal finish or kitchen-ready shell
- Foundations, drainage and any manhole relocation
How much does a wraparound extension cost in South Norwood?
These guide figures apply our London adjustment (×1.3) to national rates. They include VAT at 20% and cover the build itself; design and council fees are listed separately.
Typical rates in South Norwood: £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 |
For a figure based on your own dimensions, use our guide-price tool.
Do I need planning permission in South Norwood?
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).
The planning position for a specific South Norwood address depends on its history and any designations, which is why we check it at the first visit.
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).
From first visit to completion
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
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 wraparound extension in South Norwood
Will my neighbours in South Norwood 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.
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for South Norwood, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
How long does a wraparound extension take to build in South Norwood?
On site, typically 14 to 20 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 8–16 weeks design and approvals.
Do wraparound extensions need planning permission?
Usually, yes. In England the side element counts as a side extension and the rear element as a rear extension, and the combination normally falls outside permitted development. A householder application costs £548 in England from 1 April 2026.
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 South Norwood before design and council fees.
Book a free site visit in South Norwood
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.