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Two-storey extensions in Failsworth

Everything for a two-storey extension in Failsworth, in one place: types, guide prices for North West England, the approval rules in England and how to get started.

Failsworth at a glance

Postcode districts
M35 and M40
Area
Greater Manchester, England
Price region
North West England
Nearest towns
Hollinwood (1.6 miles), Droylsden (1.9 miles), Blackley (2.2 miles), Chadderton (3 miles)
Distance to Manchester
about 3.4 miles
Approvals
Two-storey rear: up to 3 m deep and 7 m from the rear boundary under permitted development. Side, wraparound and front: planning permission.

Failsworth sits about 3.4 miles from Manchester. Closer to home, Hollinwood is 1.6 miles away and Droylsden 1.9 miles.

Extensions available in Failsworth

Which type suits your house?

The boundaries usually decide it. Two-storey work close to a neighbour needs careful design for light and privacy, so at the visit in Failsworth we measure distances to every boundary before suggesting a type.

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Rules for Failsworth

Failsworth is in England. Two-storey rear: up to 3 m deep and 7 m from the rear boundary under permitted development. Side, wraparound and front: planning permission. Householder planning application: £548 (or £575 for applications made from 8 December 2026). Lawful development certificate: £274 (about £288 for applications from 8 December 2026). Councils should decide householder applications within 8 weeks of validation.

The full England rules explained

Questions about extensions in Failsworth

Do you cover Failsworth?

Yes. We cover Failsworth (M35 and M40) and the surrounding area, including Hollinwood and Droylsden. The first site visit is free.

What does a two-storey extension cost in Failsworth?

Using our North West England guide, a two-storey rear extension with a 4 m × 3.5 m footprint on two floors (28 m² of new floor space) is about £53,000–£72,000 including VAT. An extension over a garage is about £30,000–£43,500.

Which other places near Failsworth do you cover?

Everywhere around it, including Hollinwood (1.6 miles), Droylsden (1.9 miles) and Blackley (2.2 miles), and the rest of Greater Manchester.

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