Home Extensions Clifton
Planning more space for your Clifton home? We design and build extensions across Clifton and the wider Nottinghamshire area, from single-storey rear extensions on the older estate houses to loft conversions on the newer developments near the Clifton Bridge.
With over 15 years working on local properties, we know how Clifton homes are built and what the local planning rules expect. Every project is handled by our own team from first survey to final sign-off.
- Local team covering all of Clifton and south Nottinghamshire
- Free, no-obligation site surveys
- Full planning and building control support
Extending Homes Across Clifton
Clifton is one of the largest estates in Nottinghamshire, and its housing stock is varied. Much of the area is made up of post-war council-built semis and terraces, many now privately owned, alongside pockets of 1930s properties in Clifton Village and newer executive homes on the developments closer to the River Trent and Clifton Bridge.
This mix means there is no single answer to extending a Clifton home. The older estate semis usually have generous rear gardens that suit a single-storey kitchen-diner extension, while the tighter terraces often benefit more from a loft conversion to add a bedroom. Homes in Clifton Village tend to have more period character to protect, which we factor into any design.
Whatever your property type, we start with a proper look at your home, your budget and how you want to use the extra space. From there we handle the drawings, the planning application and the build, so you have one team accountable throughout.
Areas We Cover in Clifton
Clifton Village, Clifton Estate, Silverdale, Wilford Hill fringe and the streets around Farnborough Road, Southchurch Drive and Green Lane. Postcodes NG11 and nearby.
Free Local Survey
We visit your Clifton home, measure up and talk through the options before you commit to anything.
Why Clifton Homeowners Choose Us
- Local knowledge – We know Clifton’s estate house types and what works on each, so designs are realistic from day one.
- Planning success – A 100% approval record with the local planning authority, including character-sensitive work in Clifton Village.
- One accountable team – Our own tradespeople handle the build, not a chain of subcontractors you never meet.
- Clear fixed quotes – A written price after the survey with no vague estimates or surprise extras.
- Tidy, respectful sites – We keep disruption to neighbours low, which matters on Clifton’s closer-set estate streets.
- Full guarantees – Structural warranty and building control sign-off on every completed project.
How Your Clifton Extension Comes Together
Free Survey
We visit your Clifton home, measure up and discuss what you want to achieve.
Design
We produce drawings tailored to your property type and how you will use the space.
Planning
We prepare and submit any planning or permitted development paperwork for you.
Fixed Quote
You receive a clear written price and an agreed build schedule.
Build
Our team completes the work to building regulations, keeping the site tidy.
Sign-Off
Building control approves the finished work and you receive your guarantees.
Services in Clifton
Rear Extensions
Extend into the garden for a bigger kitchen or open-plan living space, ideal for Clifton’s roomier estate semis.
Learn more →Side Extensions
Use side access or a passage to widen your ground floor and add a utility or extra room.
Learn more →Double Storey Extensions
Add space on two floors at once for extra bedrooms and living area in one project.
Learn more →Loft Conversions
Turn unused roof space into a bedroom or office, a popular choice on Clifton’s terraces.
Learn more →Wrap Around Extensions
Combine rear and side space for a large, transformative ground-floor layout.
Learn more →Orangeries and Conservatories
Add a bright, year-round living room that opens onto your Clifton garden.
Learn more →Clifton Extension Cost Guide
Every home is different, but these guide ranges give a realistic idea of 2026 costs for typical Clifton projects. We confirm your exact price after the free survey.
| Project Type | Guide Price (2026) |
|---|---|
| Single-storey rear extension | £30,000 – £55,000 |
| Side extension | £28,000 – £48,000 |
| Double storey extension | £55,000 – £90,000 |
| Loft conversion | £35,000 – £60,000 |
| Wrap around extension | £60,000 – £100,000 |
| Orangery or conservatory | £20,000 – £45,000 |
Prices are guides only and vary with size, finish and site conditions.
Permitted Development in Clifton
Many single-storey rear extensions on Clifton estate homes fall under permitted development, so no full planning application is needed. We check this for your property before any work begins.
Planning Notes for Clifton
What to Know Before You Extend
- Permitted development – Many rear extensions qualify, but size limits apply, especially on semi-detached and terraced homes.
- Clifton Village character – Older and period properties may need a full application to protect the local street scene.
- Party wall matters – Work near a shared boundary on Clifton’s estate streets often needs a party wall agreement.
- Building regulations – Every extension must meet current standards for structure, insulation and fire safety.
We Also Cover Nearby Areas
Not sure if we cover your street? Get in touch and we will let you know.
Our Clifton Projects
What Clifton Homeowners Say
Real reviews from projects across Clifton and Nottinghamshire.
We had a rear kitchen extension on our semi on the Clifton Estate. The team were spot on, tidy and finished on time. The new kitchen-diner has completely changed how we live.
Our loft conversion in Clifton Village gave us the extra bedroom we badly needed. They handled the planning sensitively given the older house, and the finish is excellent.
Double storey extension near Southchurch Drive. Clear fixed price from the start and no surprises. Communication throughout the Clifton build was brilliant. Highly recommend.
Clifton Extension Questions
Many single-storey rear extensions on Clifton homes fall under permitted development and do not need a full application. Larger or two-storey projects, and work in Clifton Village, usually do. We check this for your property during the free survey.
A single-storey rear extension in Clifton typically ranges from £30,000 to £55,000, depending on size and finish. Loft conversions and double storey projects cost more. You get a fixed written quote after our survey.
Most single-storey extensions in Clifton take around 8 to 12 weeks on site once work begins. Loft conversions and larger double storey projects can take longer. We give you a realistic schedule with your quote.
Yes. Many of Clifton’s post-war semis and terraces are well suited to rear extensions or loft conversions. We assess the existing structure during the survey and design something that works safely with the original build.
Yes. We prepare the drawings and submit any planning or permitted development paperwork to the local authority on your behalf, and we manage building control through to sign-off. It is all handled for you.
Ready to Extend Your Clifton Home?
Book your free site survey today and get a clear, no-obligation quote for your project.