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Two-storey 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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Two-storey 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 two-storey 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.

Two-storey extension cost in other regions

Cost bands refreshed quarterly from published 2026 UK cost guides.