A kitchen renovation in the UK typically costs £8,000–£45,000 in 2026, with most homeowners spending around £20,000 for a mid-range finish. The final figure depends on the size of the room, the materials and fittings you choose, how much of the layout, plumbing or electrics you change, and local labour rates — so we show clear budget, mid-range and premium bands below, plus how the cost shifts across UK cities.
Kitchen renovation price bands
| Tier | Typical range | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | £8,000–£14,000 | A cosmetic refresh — keep the layout, update finishes, fittings and decoration. |
| Mid-range | £14,000–£32,500 | A full re-fit with quality materials and some layout or service changes. |
| Premium | £32,500–£45,000 | High-spec materials, bespoke joinery and a fully reconfigured, designed space. |
What drives the cost
- Cabinetry & worktops
- Appliance package
- Island & layout changes
- Electrics & plumbing moves
- Flooring & tiling
- Local labour rates and access in your town or city
Kitchen renovation costs by city
Prices shift with local labour and access rates. See the city-by-city kitchen guides for figures where you live:
Kitchen cost in London
Kitchen cost in Manchester
Kitchen cost in Birmingham
Kitchen cost in Leeds
Kitchen cost in Glasgow
Kitchen cost in Edinburgh
Kitchen cost in Bristol
Kitchen cost in Liverpool
Kitchen cost in Sheffield
Kitchen cost in Milton Keynes
Kitchen cost in Bradford
Kitchen cost in Nottingham
Kitchen cost in Cardiff
Kitchen cost in Newcastle
Kitchen cost in Brighton
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a kitchen renovation cost in the UK?
- A kitchen renovation usually costs between £8,000 and £45,000 in 2026. A budget refresh starts around £8,000, a typical mid-range project lands near £20,000, and a premium, high-spec renovation can reach £45,000 or more.
- What affects kitchen renovation cost?
- The biggest cost drivers are cabinetry & worktops, appliance package, island & layout changes, electrics & plumbing moves and flooring & tiling. Moving the layout or services, choosing premium materials and using specialist trades all push the price toward the upper band.
- Does kitchen renovation cost vary by city?
- Yes. Labour and access rates differ across the UK, so the same kitchen project costs more in London or Brighton than in the Midlands or the North. Our city pages show kitchen figures for each location.
- Can I preview my kitchen before paying for the work?
- Yes. With Remodelers UK you upload a photo of your existing kitchen, choose from 36 interior styles, and get a realistic AI redesign after processing — so you can test colours, layouts and finishes, and agree a look before committing budget to materials or trades.
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