What affects the cost?
Bricklayer rates vary with location, complexity, access, wall type, project duration and whether a labourer is included.
- Region
- Brick or block type
- Complexity and detailing
- Access and scaffolding
- Job duration
- Labourer or mate
Typical cost breakdown
Regional planning examples
The examples below apply our published modelling factor to the same national benchmark. They are not claimed as observed city-wide average quotes.
Sources used for this guide
Tradesperson Costs in 2026: Day & Hourly Rates UK
Published / checked: April 2026
Used for: Bricklayer, carpenter, roofer, tiler, kitchen fitter, labourer and landscaper rate benchmarks
Frequently asked questions
What is a bricklayer day rate in the UK?
A current UK planning range is around £240–£320 per day.
Are materials included in a bricklayer day rate?
Usually not. Treat day rates as labour-only unless the quote explicitly includes bricks, blocks, mortar and delivery.
Related costs
Brick wall
UK brick wall costs for single-skin, double-skin and cavity walls, including labour and common materials.
Around £825 for a 1m × 4m single-skin wallView guide →Cost guideBuilder day rate
Current UK builder day and hourly rate benchmarks for 2026, including self-employed and experienced-builder planning rates.
Around £400 / dayView guide →Cost guideLabourer day rate
Typical UK general building labourer daily and hourly rates.
£112–£280 per dayView guide →