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Rear extension cost in London

London build costs run at 130% of the UK national average, across councils including City of Westminster, Camden, Hackney. A 20m² example at mid-range spec: £96,665–£130,783. Adjust the size and spec below for your project.

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Rear extension cost by size and spec in London

SizeBasicMid-rangePremium
15£50,347–£68,116£72,499–£98,087£103,826–£140,470
20£67,129–£90,821£96,665–£130,783£138,434–£187,294
30£100,693–£136,232£144,998–£196,174£207,652–£280,940

Does a rear extension need planning permission?

Council planning fees in London

Each council sets its own fees and decision times. See your council’s page for the exact figures.

Rear extension cost in other regions

Cost bands refreshed quarterly from published 2026 UK cost guides.