Cost guide
How much does a bathroom renovation cost?
Published UK ranges for a mid-range refresh versus a full new bathroom.
A mid-range bathroom renovation typically costs around £4,500, while a full new bathroom installation runs £5,500-£8,000 on average (around £7,000), according to Checkatrade - figures broadly corroborated by HomeOwners Alliance, which quotes an average new bathroom cost of £6,000.
Last updated 17 August 2026
| Range | ||
|---|---|---|
| Mid-range bathroom renovation - single central figure as published, not a range | £4,500 | Total project |
| Full new bathroom installation | £5,500-£8,000 | Total project |
| Luxury bathroom - published as a starting figure, not a range | £14,000 | Total project |
Sources: Checkatrade (mid-range figure, updated May 2026), HomeOwners Alliance (2026 guide)
These are general UK ranges. We build across the North West, including Darwen, Blackburn and the wider Lancashire and Greater Manchester area - site access, local trade rates and travel distance can move your actual price within (or occasionally outside) the range above.
Key points
- Whether it's a refresh (new suite, same layout) or a full reconfiguration with new plumbing runs.
- Waterproofing (tanking) specification - done properly, this is where most of the labour cost sits.
- Tiling extent and fittings specification.
These are general published ranges, not a quote. Get an estimate based on your own project.
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Common questions
How much does a bathroom renovation cost? FAQs
Is this a fixed quote for my bathroom renovation?
No. The figures above are published UK industry ranges from Checkatrade and HomeOwners Alliance, not a quote for your project. An accurate price depends on a site survey and your specific requirements - get in touch for an estimate based on your own project.
What actually drives the price up or down?
Whether it's a refresh (new suite, same layout) or a full reconfiguration with new plumbing runs. Waterproofing (tanking) specification - done properly, this is where most of the labour cost sits.
What's a typical mid-range bathroom renovation in total project terms?
Mid-range bathroom renovation typically runs £4,500 (total project), for a single central figure as published, not a range, based on the sources cited above.
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