How much does a website cost in the UK?
Website pricing depends on scope, content, and features. Below is a clear, UK-focused breakdown of typical costs for a professional website — plus what affects the price and what you should expect to be included.
Quick answer
In the UK, a professional website commonly costs between £750 and £3,000+. A simple starter site is cheaper; custom design, more pages, content work, and features increase cost.
- Starter sites: £750–£1,000
- Professional business sites: £1,200–£2,000
- Advanced systems and portals: £2,000+
If you tell us what you need, we’ll confirm scope and pricing before any work starts.
Typical website costs in the UK
These are realistic ranges for professional builds. The goal isn’t to push the biggest package — it’s to match your website to what you actually need.
Starter website
Best for small businesses that need a clean online presence and a simple enquiry flow.
- Up to ~5 pages
- Mobile-friendly design
- Contact form
- Basic SEO setup
£750–£1,000
See packages →Professional business website
Ideal for growing businesses that want stronger branding, structure, and performance.
- Custom design
- Improved performance and structure
- SEO foundations (titles/meta/structure)
- More content and sections
£1,200–£2,000
Most popular option →Advanced systems and portals
For portals, payments, automation, dashboards, and custom workflows.
- Authentication and accounts
- Payments (e.g., Stripe)
- Admin tools and automation
- Ongoing support options
£2,000+
Explore services →If you’re choosing between quotes, make sure you’re comparing like-for-like: number of pages, revisions, content support, performance, SEO basics, and post-launch help.
What should be included in a professional website price?
A cheaper quote can be fine — but only if it includes the essentials. Here’s what you should expect from a professional build.
Mobile-friendly design
Responsive layout that looks professional on phones, tablets, and desktops.
Basic SEO foundations
Page titles, meta descriptions, clean headings, and a sensible site structure so Google can understand the site.
Speed & performance
Optimised images and clean code so pages load quickly and feel modern.
Security & stability
HTTPS/SSL, sensible form handling, and a build that’s easy to maintain without breaking.
Tip: Ask what happens after launch
Some websites are delivered and then you’re on your own. We can provide ongoing support, or hand over cleanly — either way, you won’t be left stuck.
Ongoing website costs in the UK (hosting, domain, updates)
The build cost is only part of the picture. Most websites also have small ongoing costs.
Domain name
Typically billed yearly.
~£10–£30/year
Hosting
Where your website lives online. Cost depends on performance and support level.
~£5–£25/month
Maintenance
Updates, security, backups, small changes and improvements.
Optional (monthly plans vary)
If you want a technical build that’s easier (and cheaper) to maintain long term, see our approach to web development for UK businesses.
What affects the cost of a website?
Pricing usually comes down to how much needs to be designed, built, tested, and supported — and how easy it is to maintain.
Number of pages and content
A 3–5 page website is quicker to build than a larger site with multiple service areas, case studies, or resources. If your copy and images are ready, that reduces time and cost.
Custom design vs templates
Templates can work for simple needs, but custom design tends to look more professional and converts better — especially on mobile.
Editing / CMS options
If you want to update pages yourself (services, blogs, case studies), adding a CMS or admin editor can increase cost, but often saves money long term.
Integrations and features
Payments, booking, portals, automation and integrations are where scope grows. We keep this clear up front so nothing drifts mid-build.
Performance and SEO foundations
A cheap website might look okay but load slowly, rank poorly, and become hard to change. We build with clean structure, speed, and long-term maintainability in mind.
Why do website prices vary so much?
If two quotes are wildly different, the builds usually aren’t comparable.
Cheaper builds often cut corners
- Bloated page builders
- Weak mobile layout
- Minimal SEO structure
- Hard to maintain
Better builds focus on long-term value
- Clean code and tidy structure
- Fast load times
- Strong conversion layout
- Easy to update
Tip: Ask what’s included — pages, revisions, content support, performance, SEO basics, and support after launch.
Why choose a developer based in the UK?
Not buzzwords — just clarity, reliability, and support when you need it.
Clear communication
Plain English, honest pricing, and a clean scope so you know what you’re paying for.
UK business hours
No timezone issues when you need something sorted, especially around launches or urgent fixes.
GDPR-aware approach
Practical GDPR-conscious choices around contact forms, cookies, and data handling.
Ongoing support if you want it
We can stay involved after launch, or hand over cleanly — either way, you’re not left stuck.
Common questions
Quick answers. If you want a straight quote, send a short message.
How long does a website take to build?
A typical small business website is often 1–3 weeks depending on content readiness and feedback speed. More complex systems take longer.
Do I need hosting and a domain?
Yes — and we can help set it up properly (domain, DNS, email, SSL). If you already have hosting, we can work with it.
Can you work with my existing website?
Absolutely. We can improve speed, fix mobile issues, refresh design, or rebuild parts cleanly.
Can I pay in instalments?
For many projects, yes. We can agree a simple staged approach once scope is confirmed.
See also: our services and how we work with small business websites in the UK.
Want a clear price for your project?
Tell us what you need (even roughly). We’ll come back with clear advice, a sensible quote, and next steps.