New kitchen cost by standard
Typical all-in cost for a standard-sized kitchen, supplied and fitted.
| Kitchen level | What you get | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Budget refresh | New doors, worktops or appliances, existing layout | £3,000 to £8,000 |
| Mid-range | Flat-pack or entry rigid units, laminate worktops, new appliances | £8,000 to £15,000 |
| Premium | Rigid units, quartz or stone worktops, quality appliances | £15,000 to £25,000 |
| Bespoke / luxury | Handmade units, natural stone, integrated high-end appliances | £25,000 to £40,000+ |
Where the money goes
How a typical mid-range kitchen budget splits between the main elements.
| Element | Typical cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Units and cabinets | £2,000 to £8,000 | Flat-pack is cheapest, rigid and bespoke cost more |
| Worktops | £300 to £5,000 | Laminate cheapest, quartz and granite dearest |
| Appliances | £1,000 to £6,000 | Oven, hob, extractor, fridge, dishwasher |
| Fitting / labour | £1,000 to £5,000 | Rip-out, joinery, plumbing and electrics |
| Flooring and tiling | £500 to £2,500 | Depends on material and area |
| Sink, taps and extras | £200 to £1,500 | Sink, tap, splashback, lighting |
What pushes the price up
The biggest cost drivers when replacing a kitchen:
- Moving the sink, hob or appliances, which means new plumbing and electrics.
- Stone or quartz worktops instead of laminate.
- Integrated rather than freestanding appliances.
- Structural changes such as removing a wall for an open-plan layout.
- Bespoke or handmade units versus off-the-shelf ranges.
- Rewiring or replastering needed once the old kitchen is stripped out.
How to save on a new kitchen
Ways to cut the cost without cutting quality where it matters:
- Keep the existing layout so you avoid moving plumbing and electrics.
- Choose good units with a mid-range worktop rather than the other way round.
- Buy appliances separately in sales instead of bundled at full price.
- Consider replacing just doors and worktops if the carcasses are sound.
- Get three itemised quotes and separate supply from fitting to compare fairly.
Add your kitchen to the whole refurb budget
A kitchen rarely comes alone. Our refurbishment planner lets you set a kitchen figure alongside flooring, decorating and other work, then folds it into your total buying costs and reserve so nothing is missed.
Watch for hidden costs after the rip-out
Removing an old kitchen often reveals damaged plaster, old wiring or hidden leaks. Keep 10 to 15% of the budget back for the problems you cannot see until the room is stripped.