How Much Does a Website Cost in 2026? (Price Guide)
If you've started looking for a web designer, you've probably noticed something frustrating: hardly anyone publishes their prices. You'll see vague notices such as 'contact us for a quote', or 'sites from £800'. There's no real transparency or clarity in these, and it leaves you feeling just as confused.
At ReLink Solutions, we understand and can relate to this common and frustrating experience. That's why we always go above and beyond in ensuring that our pricing figures are clear and transparent. It's also why we've created this comprehensive guide showing exactly what projects cost in 2026. Whether you're a local Huddersfield retailer, tradesperson, or a large tech start-up based out of London, this guide is for everyone.
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Quick Answer: Website Pricing in 2026
Before we dive into the details, here's a quick overview of what you can expect to be paying:
DIY Website Builders (Wix, Squarespace): £50-£400 per year
Although generally the cheaper option, these DIY tools often require you to spend a lot of time tinkering, adjusting, and familiarising yourself with the development platform. Furthermore, they often don't allow you access to the real, low-level code behind your site. This adds restrictions to what you can achieve with your site.
Template-Based Sites Built by Professionals: £400-£800 (+£50 per year)
These are professional websites built by web design agencies using proven templates. They often come in at cheaper prices, as designers work off pre-existing templates, adapting them to your business. A solid option for those who want to take the 'middle-of-the-road' solution, but these can often leave you feeling unsatisfied with the levels of customisability.
E-Commerce and Complex Sites: £1,000-£2,500 (+£50 per year)
These are extensive and complex websites that require strong back-end functionality to handle things such as customer payments, product catalogues, etc. Generally more complex than what most people require, hence the high price point.
What actually affects website costs?
Understanding what drives pricing helps you evaluate quotes from different agencies and find the best option for you.
Number of Pages and Content Volume
A standard, five-page site is typically going to be much cheaper than something like a twenty-page site with detailed breakdowns, profiles etc. Each page will increase the cost exponentially, as they must all have proper image selection, SEO optimisation, and bespoke writing. Need help planning your site structure? Check out our design services.
Functionality Requirements
A basic, static informational site is straightforward. When you start to add contact forms, image galleries, dynamic blog systems, booking calendars and payments, the requirement and price point start to climb. Each feature requires its own development time, testing, and ongoing maintenance. E-commerce functionality alone can add thousands.
SEO setup and strategy
Basic on-page SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) is usually included in a site, but comprehensive SEO such as keyword research, competitor analysis and nitty-gritty code level optimisations can push your price point up. Expect £300-£1500, for proper SEO foundation work.
How ReLink Solutions Prices Websites
We believe in transparent, fixed-price quotes based on clearly defined costs. Here's how our process works:
We start with an initial conversation to understand your business and its goals. This conversation is completely free. No strings attached. Based on that discussion, we provide you with a quote proposal breaking down exactly what's included: Number of pages, specific functionality, design, SEO optimisation and hosting.
Our typical packages for smaller businesses, such as those local to us in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, range from just £250-£400. Competitive pricing that delivers exceptional value compared to other options on the market. These generally include 6+ pages, contact forms, blog posts and ongoing hosting at a small monthly cost. If you're looking to take your website further, we offer full 'upgrade' packages for your site once it's built, such as in-depth SEO optimisation and research, full blog pages, event timelines etc. These are quotes that we tailor to your needs, breaking down the exact costs and never over-charging.
Ready to Get Started?
Every business has unique needs, and cookie-cutter pricing doesn't work. Whether you need a simple brochure site to establish your online presence or a complex e-commerce platform, we'll give you an honest assessment of what you need and what it should cost.
Get a free, no-obligation quote from Relink Solutions. We'll discuss your goals, explain your options, and provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
Contact us today to start the conversation, or if you're not quite sure read a little bit about us first.