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Local costs · Wales · September 2026

How much does an extension cost in Pembrokeshire?

A mid-range 25 m² single-storey extension in Pembrokeshire costs about £56,500 to £70,000 including VAT, or £2,300 to £2,800 per m² at Welsh prices. Pembrokeshire charges £780 for building control on a 10 to 40 m² extension (full plans, including VAT): 7% below the typical council (£840). With design, a structural engineer, building control and a 15% contingency, budget £71,000 to £92,500.

By Estiquote · Prices reviewed · Council fees from Pembrokeshire's published schedule · How we calculate

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Typical prices in Pembrokeshire

Mid-range finish, Wales prices, including VAT. The budget adds design and engineering fees, Pembrokeshire's building control charge and a 15% contingency.
ProjectBuilding workBudget to plan for
Single-storey extension, 25 m²£56,500 to £70,000£71,000 to £92,500
Double-storey extension, 40 m²£82,000 to £104,000£102,000 to £133,000
Dormer loft conversion, 30 m²£51,000 to £62,500£63,500 to £82,000
Kitchen, medium£8,600 to £15,200£9,800 to £17,500
Bathroom refit£5,600 to £8,500£6,500 to £9,700

Building prices in Wales run about 10% below the UK average outside London. Kitchens and bathrooms vary less from place to place than extensions and lofts.

Building control fees in Pembrokeshire

Pembrokeshire council charges including VAT (plan and inspection combined)
WorkCharge
Extension up to 10 m² (full plans)£585
Extension 10 to 40 m² (full plans)£780
Larger extension, 40-100 m² (full plans)£975
Extension 10 to 40 m² (building notice)Not published
Loft conversion up to 40 m²£780
Garage conversion£585

Pembrokeshire charges £780 for building control on a 10 to 40 m² extension (full plans, including VAT): 7% below the typical council (£840). Source: Pembrokeshire's building control charges, 2026-27 (table revised 31 March 2026). Inc VAT ("All fees are inclusive of VAT, if applicable").

Private approved inspectors set their own prices and are often competitive, so it is worth asking one or two for a quote as well. See how Pembrokeshire compares with every council we checked.

Notes on Pembrokeshire's schedule

Own page. 2026-27 column gives total only (2025-26 split for 10-40 m2: 190 + 565 = 755).

Planning

In Wales, householder planning fees are set by the Welsh Government. Check the current fee on Planning Portal before you apply.

Other councils in Wales

Building control for a 10 to 40 m² extension:

Questions people ask

How much does an extension cost in Pembrokeshire?

A mid-range 25 m² single-storey extension in Pembrokeshire costs about £56,500 to £70,000 including VAT for the building work, or £2,300 to £2,800 per m², based on Wales prices reviewed in September 2026. With fees and a 15% contingency, budget £71,000 to £92,500.

How much is building control in Pembrokeshire?

Pembrokeshire charges £780 (including VAT) for a 10 to 40 m² extension (full plans), according to its published schedule (2026-27 (table revised 31 March 2026)).

How much does a loft conversion cost in Pembrokeshire?

A mid-range 30 m² dormer loft conversion in Pembrokeshire costs about £51,000 to £62,500 including VAT for the building work, and about £63,500 to £82,000 with fees and a 15% contingency.

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