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How Much Does a Wix Website Cost in the UK?

  • Gemma Groom
  • Feb 9
  • 3 min read
A pot deciphering a "money tree"

If you’re a UK small business owner researching website costs, you’ve probably found prices ranging from £100 to £5,000+ — which isn’t exactly helpful.


So, how much does a Wix website really cost in the UK?

The honest answer is: it depends on how you build it and what your business needs.


This guide breaks it down clearly, so you know what to expect, and what to avoid.


The two main costs of a Wix website

When budgeting for a Wix website, there are two separate costs to consider:

  1. Wix platform costs (paid to Wix)

  2. Website design costs (DIY or professional)


Let’s look at both.


Wix pricing in the UK (platform costs)

Wix uses a monthly subscription model. Prices can change slightly, but as a guide:

  • Light plan – approx. £8–£10/month - Good for simple brochure websites

  • Core plan – approx. £12–£16/month - Ideal for small business websites

  • Business plan – approx. £20–£25/month - Best for ecommerce or bookings

This usually includes:

  • Hosting

  • Security (SSL)

  • Updates and maintenance

  • Customer support


You won’t need the most expensive plan to start.


Domain name costs

Your domain (e.g. yourbusiness.co.uk) typically costs:

  • £10–£15 per year

Wix often includes a free domain for the first year with premium plans.


DIY Wix website costs

If you build your website yourself, the cost can be very low financially, but higher in time and stress.


Typical DIY cost:

  • Wix plan: £100–£300 per year

  • Domain: £10–£15 per year

  • Your time: significant

DIY can work if:

  • You enjoy learning

  • You’re happy using templates

  • You’re not in a rush


But many business owners find DIY sites don’t convert or get finished.


Professionally designed Wix website costs (UK)

This is where prices vary the most.

In the UK, a professionally built Wix website typically costs:

  • Starter website: £500 – £800(1–3 pages, clean setup)

  • Small business website: £900 – £1,500(5–7 pages, SEO structure, mobile optimisation)

  • Larger or ecommerce sites: £1,500 – £3,000+(advanced layouts, bookings, online sales)


These prices usually reflect:

  • Strategy & planning

  • Custom design

  • SEO foundations

  • Setup & testing

  • Support and handover


You’re paying for clarity, not just pages.


Why professional Wix websites cost more than templates

A professional Wix website isn’t just “put together”.

It’s designed to:

  • Speak to your ideal client

  • Guide visitors to enquire

  • Load quickly

  • Rank on Google

  • Be easy for you to manage


Templates don’t think about these things — designers do.


Ongoing costs to consider

Most Wix websites have very low ongoing costs.

Typical ongoing expenses:

  • Wix subscription

  • Domain renewal

  • Optional SEO or content updates


There’s usually no maintenance retainer required, which is a huge bonus for small businesses.


Is Wix cheaper than WordPress?

Often, yes.

Wix includes:

  • Hosting

  • Security

  • Updates

  • Support


With WordPress, these are often separate costs, and can add up over time.

For many UK small businesses, Wix offers better cost control and peace of mind.


How much should you budget?

As a general guide:

  • DIY Wix site: £150–£300/year

  • Professionally built Wix site: £900–£1,500 one-off + Wix plan


If your website is a key part of your business, it’s worth investing in doing it properly once.


Final thoughts

A Wix website doesn’t have to be expensive, but it does need to be intentional.

The real question isn’t:

“How cheap can I make my website?”

It’s:

“Will this website help my business grow?”

How Brook Digital can help

At Brook Digital, I create strategic, professionally designed Wix websites for UK small businesses, with clear pricing, no jargon, and no pressure.

If you’d like to chat about what your website might cost, I’m always happy to give honest guidance.



 
 
 

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