South East regional cost guide

Kitchen Renovation Cost in Brighton

Current 2026 national benchmarks adjusted with the transparent UK Home Costs South East planning model, plus worked Brighton examples.

Last reviewed: 1 September 2026 · 1.15× regional model · Methodology

Modelled fitted-kitchen average£12,150
Planning context£6,050–£32,650 from the current source-total range
This page does not claim to measure observed contractor prices in Brighton. It starts with dated UK benchmarks, applies the stated UK Home Costs modelling assumption and rounds the result for early budgeting.

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Kitchen renovation benchmark in Brighton

Current UK fitted-kitchen range£5,250–£28,400
UK average£10,550
Brighton modelled average£12,150
Brighton modelled broad range£6,050–£32,650

Current UK kitchen cost breakdown

These component figures remain national source benchmarks.

Units£1,500–£10,000 · avg £3,000
Worktops£100–£5,000 · avg £1,000
Appliances£450–£5,200 · avg £2,000
Installation£2,200–£4,600 · avg £3,000
Plumbing£200–£600 · avg £300
Electrics£300–£1,000 · avg £500
Flooring£500–£2,000 · avg £750

Kitchen planning scenarios in Brighton

These are the same size, specification and regional multipliers used by the live calculator. Values are modelled low · typical · high.

Small budget kitchen£4,650 · £6,800 · £9,700
Medium standard kitchen£8,250 · £12,150 · £17,250
Large standard kitchen£11,400 · £16,750 · £23,750
Medium premium kitchen£13,600 · £20,000 · £28,450
Large premium kitchen£18,800 · £27,650 · £39,250

What can change a real Brighton quote?

  • Number, type and quality of kitchen units
  • Laminate, timber, quartz or stone worktops
  • Appliance package and brands
  • Whether plumbing or electrics move
  • Flooring and decoration
  • Removal and disposal of the old kitchen
  • Room size, access and regional labour pricing

Local planning considerations

Coastal exposure, conservation areas, parking and restricted access can affect individual quotations beyond the broad South East planning model.

  • Exterior specifications may need more attention where a property is exposed to coastal weather and salt-laden air.
  • Tight street access or controlled parking can change waste, scaffold and delivery logistics even when the underlying project is unchanged.
  • Check listed-building or conservation constraints before assuming a standard window, roof, rendering or extension specification.

How the regional model works

The 1.15× factor places this planning estimate 15% above the national planning baseline. We keep that modelling assumption separate from the dated national benchmark so users can see which part comes from an external source and which part is UK Home Costs modelling.

Sources

Checkatrade

New Kitchen Cost 2026

Published / checked: March 2026

Used for: Kitchen units, worktops, appliances, fitting and total project benchmarks

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a kitchen renovation cost in Brighton in 2026?

The current fitted-kitchen benchmark is £5,250–£28,400 nationally, with an average of £10,550. The model gives about £12,150 average and £6,050–£32,650 broad range.

What does a standard medium kitchen cost in Brighton?

The live calculator uses £10,550 as its standard medium reference before region. The modelled typical value is about £12,150.

Why is the Brighton kitchen estimate different from the UK benchmark?

Kitchen fitting includes substantial local labour, plumbing, electrical and installation work, so the page applies the same 1.15× factor as the calculator.

What is included in the fitted-kitchen benchmark?

The benchmark covers units, worktops, key appliances, installation, plumbing, electrics and flooring, though individual quotes can separate or exclude some items.

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