Wraparound extensions in Stratford
If you live in Stratford 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 StratfordFrom £46,500 inc VAT
- PlanningUsually a householder application
- Build time14–20 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsE3, E7, E9, E13, E15
What is included
- Full internal finish or kitchen-ready shell
- Foundations, drainage and any manhole relocation
- Roof with glazing along the side return
- Party wall notice support (England and Wales)
- Householder planning application
Working in Stratford
We cover Stratford and the postcode districts E3, E7, E9, E13, E15, E16. Nearby, we also take on projects in West Ham (1 mile), Bow (1 mile), Canning Town (2 miles), Stepney (2 miles).
In London, space is at a premium and gardens are often short, so side returns, wraparounds and carefully planned rear extensions tend to make the most of every metre.
Planning rules that apply in Stratford
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).
How much does a wraparound extension cost in Stratford?
Labour and material costs vary across the UK, so for Stratford we use our London factor (×1.3). The ranges include VAT and exclude design, structural and council fees.
Typical rates in Stratford: £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 |
Want a range for your exact size? The guide-price tool takes about a minute.
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
Drawings are prepared and agreed with you, then submitted for the right planning route and building regulations approval.
Fixed written price
The price is fixed in writing once the design is settled, with a clear programme and payment stages.
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 Stratford
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Stratford, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
Will my neighbours in Stratford 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.
Who do I contract with for a wraparound extension in Stratford?
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 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.
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 Stratford
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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