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What Does a Website Actually Cost? The Honest Truth

Jack, Common Sense Web Co 8 July 2026 3 min read

Let's be real for a second. If you've been googling "how much does a website cost," you've probably ended up more confused than when you started. You'll find everything from "build it yourself for a fiver" to agencies demanding thousands of pounds upfront, followed by a monthly invoice that looks like a phone number.

It's exhausting, and frankly, a lot of it is total bull.

So, let's cut through the noise. Here is exactly what it costs to get a professional website up, running, and actually working for your business. No tech talk, no hidden fees, just straight facts.

The Upfront Cost: £219 All-In

£219

I charge £219 for a full professional build. That is the price. Not "starting from," not "plus VAT" — just £219.

Here is exactly what you get for that:

  • A Fully Mobile-Friendly Design: More than half of your customers are looking at your site on their phones. If your website looks broken on a mobile, you're losing money. Mine work perfectly on every screen.

  • Search and AI Optimization: I write the behind-the-scenes meta tag coding for your site. In plain English, this is the invisible map that tells Google, Bing, and modern AI search tools exactly who you are and what you do, so customers can actually find you.

  • Your Domain Name: Included in the price (subject to the name you want being available, of course).

Can you find someone online to do it cheaper? Probably. But you know how the world works: you get what you pay for. A cheaper site usually means a clunky template, zero support, and a website that sits on page 10 of Google where nobody will ever see it.

The Monthly Cost: £29 (And That Is It)

A website isn't a one-and-done thing. It needs a secure place to live on the internet (hosting) and regular technical updates so it doesn't break.

£29/month

My hosting and maintenance fee is £29 per month.

For that £29, I keep the lights on, keep the site secure, and handle all the boring technical maintenance. Plus, you get up to 5 edits included every single month. Need to change a price, swap a photo, or update your opening hours? Just drop me a message and I'll sort it.

There are no extra fees, no surprise charges, and nothing hidden in the small print.

The Bottom Line

I don't do fluff, and I don't hide behind confusing tech jargon to make myself sound clever. I am fully transparent, I am good at what I do, and I value your time.

Building a website shouldn't be a pain, and remember, it's your online real estate not mine, so I will make sure you are 100% happy with it. We will work together until it is exactly what you need to grow your business.

Ready to get started without the headache?

Let's Talk