Kitchen Extension Cost in Aberdeen: 2026 Price Guide

Aberdeen earned its nickname "the Granite City" honestly - a huge share of its Victorian and Edwardian housing, particularly in the West End and around Rosemount, is built from local silver-grey granite rather than brick, a genuinely distinctive material that shapes both the look and the cost of extending an older Aberdeen property.

Why granite changes the calculation

Matching new granite to an existing Aberdeen property costs more than matching brick would elsewhere - granite is more expensive to source and work than brick, and needs a stonemason rather than a standard bricklayer for a genuinely good match. Some homeowners choose a contrasting modern render or cladding for a rear extension instead, which sidesteps the cost but needs sign-off if the property is in a conservation area.

Aberdeen's economy has been closely tied to the North Sea oil and gas industry since the 1970s, and that wider economic cycle genuinely affects local builder demand and pricing more than in most UK cities - it's worth getting a couple of comparative quotes given how much local capacity can shift with the industry.

What's actually driving the price

• Granite matching. Extensions built to match existing granite cost more than an equivalent brick or render extension.
• Access. Older Rosemount and Woodside terraces without a side gate mean materials and spoil go through the house.
• Local demand cycles. Builder availability and pricing can shift with the wider oil and gas economy more than in a typical UK city.

Frequently asked

Do I need planning permission for a rear extension in Aberdeen? Many single-storey extensions fall under permitted development, but Scotland also requires a separate building warrant confirming the construction meets building standards - a distinct process from planning permission, and both are usually needed. Check with Aberdeen City Council.

How long does a typical Aberdeen kitchen extension take? Around 9-13 weeks for a medium single-storey extension once work starts, longer where granite matching is involved.