Small Bathroom Renovation Cost UK 2026

A small bathroom (≤5 m²) renovation in 2026 costs £4,500–£8,000 fitted — typical for terrace upstairs or en-suite refits.

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Typical UK price range: £4,500–£9,500. Typical time: 7–12 days.

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Bathroom type Small refurb Standard refurb Large family Wet room En-suite

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

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

Extras

Floor-to-ceiling tiling £800–£2,500 Underfloor heating £700–£1,800 Quiet extractor + duct £200–£600 Walk-in shower enclosure £600–£2,200 Bespoke vanity unit £700–£2,200

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Key points

• £4,500–£8,000 typical
• 7–12 working days
• Standard 3-piece suite + shower over bath
• Floor-to-ceiling tiling adds 30 %

Cost breakdown

Item	Low	High
Suite + bath/shower	£800	£2,500
Tiles + tiling	£900	£2,500
Plumbing + electrics	£1,500	£2,500
Fitting labour	£1,300	£2,000

Cost by UK region

Region	Typical cost
London	£9,450
South East	£8,750
South West	£7,700
Midlands	£7,000
North England	£6,300
Scotland	£6,650
Wales	£6,300

How to save money

• Choose a 1500 mm shower bath if space is tight
• Wall-hung basin makes small rooms feel bigger
• Lighting matters — add 4 LED downlights minimum

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FAQs

How small can a UK bathroom be?

Minimum 2.5 m² for a 3-piece (toilet, basin, bath). 1.5 m² for a cloakroom (toilet + basin).

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