How Much Does a WordPress Website Cost in 2025?

BySharon

If you’re a small business owner thinking about getting a WordPress website built, you’re probably wondering: “What’s this actually going to cost me?” It’s one of the first questions I get asked, and honestly, it’s a bit like asking “How much does a car cost?” – the answer depends on what you need!

As someone who’s been building WordPress websites for local businesses across the UK for years, I thought I’d break down the real costs you can expect in 2025. No marketing fluff, just honest numbers from someone who does this every day.

The Basics: What You’ll Definitely Need

Domain Name: £10-15 per year This is your web address (like yourname.co.uk). You’ll need to renew this annually, and .co.uk domains are usually the most affordable option for UK businesses.

Web Hosting: £50-150 per year Think of this as renting space on the internet for your website. For most small businesses, a reliable shared hosting plan will do perfectly fine. I usually recommend starting with something around £8-12 per month.

SSL Certificate: Often Free Most decent hosting providers include this free now, which is brilliant because you absolutely need it for security and Google rankings.

DIY WordPress Website Costs

If you’re handy with technology and fancy having a go yourself:

WordPress Themes: £0-80 You can use free themes (which are perfectly decent), or invest in a premium theme. Premium themes usually come with better support and more customisation options.

Essential Plugins: £0-200 per year Basic plugins for security, backups, and SEO can be free. Premium versions with extra features might cost £20-50 each annually.

Your Time: Priceless (but lengthy!) This is the big one. Learning WordPress, designing your site, adding content, and troubleshooting issues can easily take 40-80 hours. As a business owner, that’s time you’re not spending on actually running your business.

Total DIY Cost: £100-400 per year (plus your valuable time)

Professional WordPress Website Development

Now, if you’d rather have a professional handle it (which is what most of my clients choose), here’s what you’re looking at:

Simple Business Website: £800-2,500

  • 5-10 pages
  • Mobile-responsive design
  • Basic SEO setup
  • Contact forms
  • Image optimisation

Advanced Business Website: £2,500-5,000

  • Custom design work
  • 15-25 pages
  • Advanced SEO optimisation
  • Integration with booking systems or CRM
  • Custom functionality

E-commerce Website (WooCommerce): £2,000-6,000+

  • Online shop setup
  • Product catalogue management
  • Payment gateway integration
  • Inventory management
  • Conversion optimisation

What Affects the Price?

Design Complexity A website using a slightly customised theme will be more affordable than a completely bespoke design. Most small businesses don’t need fully custom work – clever customisation of quality themes often looks just as professional.

Content Creation If you can provide your own text and images, you’ll save money. If you need copywriting and professional photography, add £500-1,500 to your budget.

Functionality Requirements Basic contact forms? Easy. Membership areas, booking systems, or complex integrations? That’s where costs increase.

Ongoing Support Many developers (myself included) offer maintenance packages starting around £50-150 per month. These typically include updates, backups, security monitoring, and minor content changes.

Hidden Costs to Consider

Content Updates If you can’t update content yourself, expect to pay £30-50 per hour for updates.

Additional Features Want to add an online shop later? That’s additional development work.

Marketing and SEO Building the website is just the start. You might want to budget for ongoing SEO services or content creation to help people find you online.

My Honest Recommendation

For most small businesses, I’d budget £1,500-3,000 for a professional WordPress website that’ll serve you well for 3-4 years. Yes, you could spend less, but skimping on your website is often a false economy.

Think of it this way: if your website brings in just one new customer per month who spends £100 with you, it’s paid for itself within the year. And unlike other marketing, your website works for you 24/7.

What’s Included When You Work With Me

When I quote for WordPress development, you get:

  • Mobile-responsive design
  • Basic SEO setup
  • Content management training
  • 30 days post-launch support
  • All source files

Want to know exactly what your WordPress website would cost? Let’s have a proper chat about your needs. I offer free consultations because I believe you should know exactly what you’re getting before you spend a penny.

Remember, the cheapest option isn’t always the best value. Your website is often the first impression potential customers have of your business – make sure it’s a good one!

Ready to discuss your WordPress project? Contact us for a no-obligation quote tailored to your specific needs. I work with businesses across the UK and would love to help bring your vision to life.

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