2027 pricesPlan your kitchen budget: free calculator, real UK prices and fitting guides
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Work out how much your new kitchen will cost in seconds. Choose your kitchen size, units, worktop, appliances, flooring, installation and region to get an instant budget, mid-range and premium estimate based on real 2027 UK prices. Then read the detailed guide below to see exactly where the money goes.
Tell us about your kitchen
Between 1 and 60 units. A typical medium kitchen has 10–14.
Estimates include VAT and are built line by line from typical 2027/28 UK trade and retail prices. Assumes approx. 5.5 m of worktop for 12 units and about 4.5 fitter days. Regional factor 0.97× on labour. Always get at least three itemised quotes.
Average new kitchen cost in the UK
Fully fitted prices including units, worktops, appliances and installation
The average new kitchen costs around £12,000 in the UK, fully fitted. Realistic ranges run from £4,000 – £7,000 for a small budget refit up to £30,000 – £50,000+ for a large premium kitchen with stone worktops, integrated appliances and an island. Units typically account for 30 – 40% of the total, fitting 20 – 25%, appliances 15 – 25% and worktops 10 – 15%, with plumbing, electrics and flooring making up the rest.
| Item | Budget | Mid-range | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small kitchen (under 10 m²) | £4,000 – £7,000 | £8,000 – £13,000 | £15,000 – £25,000 |
| Medium kitchen (10 – 15 m²) | £6,000 – £10,000 | £11,000 – £18,000 | £20,000 – £35,000 |
| Large kitchen (15 – 25 m²) | £9,000 – £14,000 | £15,000 – £25,000 | £30,000 – £50,000 |
| Open-plan / extra large (25 m²+) | £12,000 – £18,000 | £20,000 – £35,000 | £40,000 – £80,000+ |
Kitchen fitting costs
Labour for installing units, worktops and appliances
Fitting an average 12-unit kitchen costs £2,000 – £4,000 in labour. Kitchen fitters charge £180 – £280 a day outside London and up to £350 in the capital, but most price per job at roughly £100 – £200 per unit installed. Removing the old kitchen, plastering, tiling and electrical work are usually extra.
| Item | Budget | Mid-range | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fitting units & worktops only (per unit) | £100 – £130 | £130 – £180 | £180 – £250 |
| Full kitchen fit (12 units) | £1,800 – £2,500 | £2,500 – £3,500 | £3,500 – £5,000 |
| Removing & disposing of old kitchen | £300 – £500 | £500 – £800 | £800 – £1,200 |
| Kitchen fitter day rate | £180 – £220 | £220 – £280 | £280 – £350 (London) |
| Worktop templating & fitting (stone) | £300 – £500 | £500 – £800 | £800 – £1,500 |
| Plastering & making good | £300 – £500 | £500 – £900 | £900 – £1,500 |
Kitchen unit costs
Carcasses, doors, drawers and handles
Units are the biggest single line in most budgets. Expect £80 – £150 per base unit for flat-pack budget ranges, £150 – £350 for rigid mid-range units and £400 – £1,000+ for bespoke or premium German cabinetry. A full set for a 12-unit kitchen is £1,500 – £3,000 budget, £3,000 – £6,000 mid-range and £7,000 – £15,000+ premium. If your carcasses are sound, replacement doors alone cost £800 – £3,000.
| Item | Budget | Mid-range | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base unit (600 mm, incl. door) | £80 – £150 | £150 – £350 | £400 – £1,000+ |
| Wall unit (600 mm, incl. door) | £60 – £120 | £120 – £280 | £300 – £800 |
| Tall larder / oven housing | £150 – £250 | £250 – £500 | £600 – £1,500 |
| Corner carousel / pull-out storage | £100 – £200 | £200 – £400 | £400 – £900 |
| Handles (each) | £2 – £5 | £5 – £15 | £15 – £60 |
| Full set of units, 12-unit kitchen | £1,500 – £3,000 | £3,000 – £6,000 | £7,000 – £15,000+ |
Worktop costs
Price per linear metre by material
Worktops range from £20 per metre for laminate to £1,000+ per metre for marble. A typical kitchen needs 5 – 6 linear metres, so budget £200 – £600 for laminate, £600 – £1,500 for solid wood and £2,000 – £4,500 for quartz or granite fitted. Stone quotes often exclude sink and hob cut-outs (£60 – £300 each), drainer grooves and upstands, so check the small print.
| Item | Budget | Mid-range | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laminate (per linear metre, supply only) | £20 – £40 | £40 – £80 | £80 – £120 |
| Solid wood (oak, beech, walnut) | £80 – £120 | £120 – £200 | £200 – £300 |
| Composite / acrylic (Corian, Minerva) | £200 – £300 | £300 – £400 | £400 – £550 |
| Quartz (supplied & fitted) | £250 – £350 | £350 – £500 | £500 – £750 |
| Granite (supplied & fitted) | £250 – £350 | £350 – £500 | £500 – £800 |
| Marble (supplied & fitted) | £350 – £500 | £500 – £750 | £750 – £1,200 |
Appliance costs
Ovens, hobs, extractors, fridges and dishwashers
A basic set of oven, hob, extractor and fridge-freezer costs £1,200 – £2,500. Add a dishwasher and go integrated for £2,000 – £4,500, or budget £3,500 – £8,000 for a full branded integrated set. Range cookers, wine coolers and boiling-water taps push luxury kitchens to £6,000 – £15,000 on appliances alone. Buying appliances yourself during sales rather than through the kitchen supplier often saves 15 – 30%.
| Item | Budget | Mid-range | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built-in single oven | £200 – £350 | £350 – £700 | £700 – £2,000 |
| Hob (gas or induction) | £120 – £250 | £250 – £500 | £500 – £1,500 |
| Extractor / cooker hood | £60 – £150 | £150 – £400 | £400 – £1,200 |
| Integrated fridge-freezer | £300 – £500 | £500 – £900 | £900 – £2,500 |
| Integrated dishwasher | £250 – £400 | £400 – £700 | £700 – £1,500 |
| Range cooker | £600 – £1,000 | £1,000 – £2,500 | £2,500 – £8,000+ |
Electrical and plumbing costs
The hidden costs that vary most between quotes
Keeping your existing layout is the single biggest saving: connecting a sink and appliances in their current positions costs £500 – £1,400. Moving the sink or hob, adding a new cooker circuit and lighting typically costs £1,500 – £3,500, and a full kitchen rewire with relocated plumbing runs £3,000 – £7,000. Electrical work must be done or certified by a Part P registered electrician and gas hobs by a Gas Safe engineer.
| Item | Budget | Mid-range | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician day rate | £250 – £300 | £300 – £350 | £350 – £450 (London) |
| New double socket (each) | £80 – £120 | £120 – £160 | £160 – £220 |
| New cooker circuit | £200 – £300 | £300 – £450 | £450 – £600 |
| Full kitchen rewire | £1,000 – £1,500 | £1,500 – £2,500 | £2,500 – £4,000 |
| Plumber day rate | £250 – £300 | £300 – £350 | £350 – £450 (London) |
| Moving sink / plumbing to new position | £300 – £500 | £500 – £900 | £900 – £1,500 |
| Gas hob connection (Gas Safe engineer) | £80 – £120 | £120 – £180 | £180 – £250 |
Kitchen costs by region
How location changes the price of the same mid-range kitchen
Labour is the main reason prices vary across the UK. London fitters, electricians and plumbers charge 20 – 30% more than the national average, the South East 10 – 15% more, while the North of England, Wales and Northern Ireland are typically 7 – 10% cheaper. Materials from national retailers vary far less. The examples below show the same mid-range 12-unit kitchen in each region.
| Region | vs UK average | Mid-range 12-unit kitchen |
|---|---|---|
| London | +20% to +30% | £16,000 – £22,000 |
| South East | +10% to +15% | £14,500 – £17,500 |
| East of England | +5% | £13,500 – £16,000 |
| South West | +0% to +5% | £13,000 – £15,500 |
| Midlands | −3% | £12,500 – £15,000 |
| Scotland | −4% | £12,500 – £14,500 |
| Yorkshire & Wales | −7% | £12,000 – £14,000 |
| North of England | −8% | £11,500 – £14,000 |
| Northern Ireland | −10% | £11,000 – £13,500 |
Example kitchen costs by size
Real-world specifications run through our calculator
Small galley kitchen (8 m², 8 units)
Laminate worktop, basic appliances, vinyl floor, professional fit, minor electrics
- Budget
- £5,500
- Mid-range
- £9,500
- Premium
- £17,000
Medium L-shaped kitchen (12 m², 12 units)
Quartz worktop, standard integrated appliances, LVT floor, full fit, moderate plumbing/electrics
- Budget
- £10,500
- Mid-range
- £16,500
- Premium
- £28,000
Large kitchen with island (20 m², 18 units)
Quartz worktops, full branded appliance set, porcelain tiles, full fit, moderate services
- Budget
- £15,500
- Mid-range
- £25,000
- Premium
- £42,000
Open-plan kitchen-diner (30 m², 24 units)
Granite worktops, luxury appliances, stone floor, full fit, major rewire & plumbing
- Budget
- £24,000
- Mid-range
- £38,000
- Premium
- £65,000+
Kitchen cost FAQs
Quick answers to the questions we get asked most
How much does a new kitchen cost in the UK in 2027?
A typical new kitchen costs between £8,000 and £18,000 fully fitted, including units, worktops, appliances and installation. Small budget kitchens can be done for £4,000 – £7,000, while large premium kitchens with stone worktops and integrated appliances regularly exceed £30,000.
How much does it cost to fit a kitchen?
Kitchen fitting labour alone usually costs £2,000 – £4,000 for an average 12-unit kitchen, or roughly £100 – £200 per unit. Add £300 – £800 to remove the old kitchen and £500 – £1,500 for plastering, making good and decorating.
What is the cheapest way to get a new kitchen?
Keep the existing layout (so plumbing and electrics stay put), replace doors and worktops rather than whole carcasses if they are sound, choose laminate worktops, buy ex-display or end-of-line units, and shop for appliances separately during sales.
How long does a kitchen installation take?
A straightforward like-for-like replacement takes 3 – 5 days. A full rip-out with new plumbing, electrics, flooring and stone worktops typically takes 2 – 3 weeks because stone is templated after units are fitted and takes 7 – 10 days to arrive.
Do I need planning permission or building regulations for a new kitchen?
Not for replacing a kitchen in the same room. New electrical circuits must be carried out by a registered electrician who can self-certify under Part P, and gas work must be done by a Gas Safe engineer. Structural changes such as removing a wall need building regulations approval.
Is VAT included in kitchen quotes?
Retailers such as Howdens, Wren, B&Q and IKEA quote including VAT. Independent fitters and tradespeople below the VAT threshold may not charge VAT at all, while larger firms will add 20%. Always check whether a quote is inclusive before comparing.
How accurate is this kitchen cost calculator?
It gives a realistic range based on published trade rates and typical retailer prices, adjusted for your region. Real quotes depend on your exact specification, the condition of your walls and floor, and access. Treat the mid-range figure as a sensible starting budget and allow a 10 – 15% contingency.
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Once you have your estimate, compare at least three itemised written quotes from reviewed local fitters. Ask each to price the same specification so you can compare like with like, and never pay more than 25% up front.
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