What does a bathroom renovation cost?
As a national mid-range guide: £5,500 to £8,500, including 20% VAT. Budget finishes start around £3,000, premium runs to £14,900, and London adds a quarter. Set your finish level and region below for an instant estimate, no email required.
Bathroom renovation, mid-range, Midlands
£5,500 to £8,500
Including 20% VAT. An indication, not a quote: prices vary per trade and property.
Take it further
Prices include 20% VAT. New builds and some energy-saving works can qualify for 0% or reduced VAT; ask your installer.
Got quotes in already? Check if they are fair. Want to know when the money leaves? See the phase-by-phase plan.
What drives the price
- Moving fixtures: keeping the toilet and basin where they are saves 30 to 40 percent.
- Tiling: floor-to-ceiling roughly doubles the tiling bill versus half height.
- The suite itself: standard white ware is cheap; freestanding tubs and walk-ins are not.
- Hidden work: old pipework and walls only reveal themselves after strip-out.
All figures come from the same validated 2026 price data as the calculator above (sources: Checkatrade, MyJobQuote and comparable national 2026 cost guides, checked August 2026; see how we price), so this page and your estimate can never disagree. Planning this in London? See the London guide, or compare every region in the regional overview. Planning an extension or loft? Check permitted development first.
Frequently asked questions
What does moving the toilet or basin add?
Rerouting waste pipes means opening and restoring the floor, which is why keeping the layout saves 30 to 40 percent. Our free bathroom planner shows the plumbing consequences of every move before you commit.
Do these prices include VAT?
Yes, all ranges include 20% VAT. New builds and some energy-saving works can qualify for 0% or reduced VAT; ask your installer whether your project applies.
How much does the region matter?
A lot: London typically runs 20 to 35 percent above the national average (this site plans with +25%, the quarter mentioned above), and the North of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland sit 10 to 20 percent below. The calculator adjusts for your region automatically, and the regional overview shows every factor.
How accurate is this range?
It is a guide range from national 2026 cost guides, adjusted for finish level and region. Real quotes vary per trade, property and specification; treat it as a starting point, budget 10 to 15 percent contingency, and always get at least three itemised quotes.