Why Bungalows are Disappearing - How Mobile Annexe Could be the Perfect Solution

Bungalows, offering single-story living with easy access and no stairs, were once ideal for families, retirees, and anyone who preferred having all their space on one level. However, due to unexpected shifts in the UK property market, they are no longer being constructed or as popular. Bungalows are rarely built in Britain, dropping from 11% of new homes in 1990 to just 1% in 2024. Developers now prefer multi-story homes, as they are more profitable per plot of land. With increasing land costs and the push to build as many homes as possible, the simple, low-density, one-story bungalow has become less favoured.

A bespoke Granny Annexe from Mobile Annexe The perfect solution for single story living

However at Mobile Annexe we could be the answer for single story living for you.

A garden annexe, like the bespoke units we help you bring to life at mobile annexe, gives you many of the core benefits of bungalow living without having to move house.

One of the biggest appeals of a bungalow is that everything in on one floor. Win an annexe you get a level entrance, no internal stairs, and comfortable day to day living. This can be an ideal choice for retires who want independence, people with mobility challenges , and anyone who wants an easily accessible space. The best part is that you dint need to sell up and move, you can stay in your home and simply add the space your family needs in your garden.

Each of our Granny Annexes are custom built to your own individual requirements

Cost – effective compared to buying or building a bungalow

Building a new bungalow, if you can find that land, is expensive. Between land acquisition, planning permissions, and construction, the numbers quickly climb. A garden annexe can take up less space, often required simpler planning or none if the right requirements are in place. It doesn’t need new land purchase, and can be installed faster and with less disruption.

 That’s a huge advantage for people who want the bungalow vibe without the price tag.

The bungalow may be in decline – but that doesn't mean single-level living has to be. With a garden annexe, you get the best bits of bungalow life without the limitations of todays housing market. Its simple, effective, and tailored to how you live now, not how the market thinks you should live.