Kitchen Island Cost UK 2026

A kitchen island in 2026 costs £2,000–£8,000 — units + worktop + appliances + power. Plumbed islands with sink/dishwasher add £500–£1,500.

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Typical UK price range: £2,000–£10,000. Typical time: Included in fit.

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Kitchen size / range Small (≤ 8 m²) Medium (9–14 m²) Large (15–22 m²) Bespoke / handmade

Region London South East South West Midlands North of England Scotland Wales Northern Ireland

Specification level Basic / standard Mid-range Premium / high-end

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Kitchen island £2,000–£8,000 New appliance set £1,500–£6,000 Stone worktops £1,500–£4,500 New flooring £600–£2,500 Electrical rewire £800–£2,000 New plumbing £600–£1,500

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Key points

• Basic island: £2,000–£4,000
• Plumbed island: £3,000–£6,500
• With hob + extractor: £4,500–£8,000
• Min 1.2 m clear around the island for traffic

Cost breakdown

Item	Low	High
Island carcasses + doors	£800	£2,500
Worktop (quartz)	£600	£2,500
Hob + extractor	£800	£3,000
Plumbing (sink + DW)	£500	£1,500
Electrics	£300	£800

Cost by UK region

Region	Typical cost
London	£8,100
South East	£7,500
South West	£6,600
Midlands	£6,000
North England	£5,400
Scotland	£5,700
Wales	£5,400

How to save money

• Always check ceiling height for extractor over hob
• Plumbed islands need underfloor drainage — easier in extension build
• Specify pop-up sockets in the worktop

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FAQs

Minimum kitchen size for an island?

4 × 4 m minimum to allow 1.2 m clear around it. Anything smaller risks the island feeling cramped.

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