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Updated September 2026 with current UK prices.
A fitted kitchen costs £5,000–£10,000 on a budget, £10,000–£25,000 for a mid-range kitchen and £25,000–£50,000+ for a premium or bespoke one in 2026, supplied and fitted. The biggest factors are the units and doors, the worktops, the appliances, and how much building, plumbing and electrical work is needed.
2026 fitted kitchen prices at a glance
| Tier | Total cost (supply and fit) | Typical specification |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | £5,000–£10,000 | Flat-pack or rigid carcasses, laminate worktops, basic appliances |
| Mid-range | £10,000–£25,000 | Painted or wrapped doors, quartz or solid-surface worktops, branded integrated appliances |
| Premium | £25,000–£50,000+ | Bespoke cabinetry, natural stone worktops, premium appliances, designer lighting |
Typical UK prices including VAT, based on published UK trade price guides and checked in September 2026. London and the South East usually run 20–30% higher. Guide prices, not quotes. Get free quotes from local kitchen companies.
Where the money goes
Units and doors are usually the biggest part of the bill, followed by worktops and appliances. Fitting labour is a smaller share, typically £1,800–£3,000 for a medium kitchen, and the building trades (plumbing, electrics, plastering, tiling and flooring) come on top.
Labour for fitting is covered in detail in our kitchen installation cost guide.
Kitchen unit and cabinet costs
Units and doors are usually the largest single cost. Flat-pack and budget ranges are the cheapest; rigid (ready-assembled) carcasses from trade suppliers sit in the middle; bespoke handmade cabinetry costs most. Door style matters as much as the carcass: plain gloss or matt doors are cheapest, while painted shaker and solid timber doors cost more.
Worktop choices
| Worktop | Relative cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Laminate | £ | Cheapest; wide choice of finishes |
| Solid wood | ££ | Warm look; needs oiling |
| Quartz / composite | £££ | Hard-wearing, low maintenance |
| Natural stone (granite, marble) | ££££ | Premium; templated and fitted by specialists |
Stone and quartz worktops are templated after the units are fitted, which adds a week or two to the project.
What else to budget for
Kitchen quotes don't always include:
- Electrical work: new sockets, lighting and any new circuits (for example for an oven or induction hob) must be done by a registered electrician.
- Gas work: connecting or moving a gas hob must be done by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
- Plumbing: moving the sink, dishwasher or washing machine.
- Plastering, tiling and flooring.
- Removal and disposal of the old kitchen.
- Knocking through walls: structural work needs a structural engineer and building control approval.
Leave a contingency of 10–15% for surprises once the old kitchen is out.
How to save money on a fitted kitchen
- Keep the sink, cooker and appliances in the same positions to avoid plumbing and electrical changes.
- Choose rigid carcasses with mid-priced doors rather than bespoke units.
- Spend on worktops and hardware you touch every day; save on appliances you rarely use.
- Compare at least three quotes for the same layout and specification.
How to check a kitchen company
Kitchens are usually paid for with a sizeable deposit weeks before fitting. From our research on Companies House data:
- There are about 16,000 joinery and fitted-kitchen companies in the UK (September 2026).
- 10% of joinery and fitted-kitchen companies were proposed for strike-off or in insolvency in September 2026 (Trade Index).
Before you pay a deposit:
- Check the company's age and status on HouseJester or Companies House.
- Pay the deposit by credit card where possible for Section 75 protection (items costing £100–£30,000).
- Get a written quote that lists every unit, the worktop, appliances and what is and isn't included in fitting.
- Ask whether your deposit is protected if the company stops trading.
Fitted kitchen cost FAQs
How much does a fitted kitchen cost in the UK? £5,000–£10,000 for a budget kitchen, £10,000–£25,000 for mid-range, and £25,000–£50,000+ for premium, supplied and fitted in 2026.
How much does a fully fitted kitchen cost including appliances? Most mid-range kitchens with integrated appliances fall in the £10,000–£25,000 range. Premium appliance brands can add several thousand pounds.
How long does it take to fit a kitchen? Usually one to three weeks on site, depending on size and how much building, plumbing and electrical work is needed.
Browse kitchen companies on HouseJester to find designers and fitters near you.
This article was created with AI assistance and reviewed by the HouseJester editorial team for accuracy and relevance.
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