Pages & structure
A five-page brochure site is a different job to a multi-page site with a blog, listings, or a booking flow. Scope drives cost more than almost anything else.
Website costs
What actually affects the cost of a website?
There is no single price for “a website.” The real cost comes down to a handful of factors. Here is what actually moves the number, so you know what to ask before you get a quote.
What changes the price
Six things that drive the cost up or down
Design & branding
A site built from a proven layout costs less than a fully custom design. If you also need a logo or brand basics, that adds to the build.
Content & copywriting
Sending us finished text & images keeps costs down. Needing copy written, photos sourced, or content restructured adds time.
Features & integrations
Contact forms are standard. Things like bookings, payments, member logins, or third-party integrations add development time.
SEO & visibility
Basic on-page SEO is part of every build. Ongoing SEO work, content strategy & Google Business setup are priced separately based on effort.
Hosting & ongoing care
A one-off build cost is separate from ongoing hosting, security updates & support. Ask whether a quote is a build price, a running cost, or both.
A note on cheap vs custom
A £50 template site and a fully custom build can both be “a website,” but they solve different problems. A template is cheaper & faster if you just need a presence online. A custom build costs more because it is designed around your business, written for your audience, and set up to help people find & trust you. Neither is wrong: the right one depends on what the site needs to do for you.
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