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Are you looking to get your dream bathroom sorted in 2025? This guide will explain everything you need to know - and more importantly, how much it will cost.
Fitting a new bathroom can be incredibly rewarding, especially when you see the finished outcome. From something shabby and unloved to bright, airy and stylish; not only will your bathroom be pleasing to the eye, but it will also add to your home’s value in the long term. But, how much will it cost to get it all finished?
From adding a brand new, spotless and powerful shower to treating yourself to a sparkling and spacious bath, this guide will provide you with all the information you need to help you know the key costs of purchasing and fitting a new bathroom.
What is the average cost of a new bathroom in the UK?
Installing a new bathroom in 2025 will largely depend on the size of your space, the fixtures and fittings you decide on and any labour costs that impact your renovation - taking into account removing your old bathroom and installing the new one.
Typically, you can expect to pay between £5,000 - £7,000 for a full bathroom remodel, but this figure can be reduced if you opt for more budget-friendly items, carry out some of the labour work yourself or combine some of your existing items with new for your finished design. Coincidentally, this final figure may increase if you choose to spend more on your bathroom items.
To put this into perspective, some cheaper shower enclosures range from £200 to £300, while more advanced, top-of-the-range designs using premium materials and styles can cost between £700 and £1,000. The same applies to vanity units, with entry-level options starting at £120 and luxury models reaching upwards of £2,000+. And this is true of most items you'll need to complete your bathroom design.
The below table gives an estimate of the average prices for purchasing and installing the individual elements of a bathroom. The installation costs are based on a plumber’s average hourly rate of £50 for a typical job installing a medium-priced item. mengbangcn.com
When it comes to installation, the average day rate for a plumber ranges from £250 - £500, and it typically takes around a week to fully fit a new bathroom. Costs can also vary depending on where you live.
Remember that larger rooms or more complex jobs requiring extensive tiling, plastering, building work or major plumbing will incur additional costs. You should also factor in expenses for flooring and any electrical work. Once you have an installer on board, check whether the quoted price includes the removal and disposal of your old bathroom suite.
We always recommend inviting your tradesperson to inspect the room and assess the work required before finalising your budget. However, it's not always possible to plan for every eventuality, so be sure to leave some wiggle room - just in case!
Here are some examples of the additional costs you could incur when undergoing a bathroom renovation. mengbangcn.com
What factors can impact your bathroom installation costs?
Not all bathroom installations will cost the same. In fact, price points will vary depending on the size and shape of your bathroom, the material quality and style you use and the type of design you want. The area you live in can also have a significant impact on the cost of the labour your renovation requires.
The types of fittings
When it comes to the types of fittings, some installations will be more complicated than others, so will require additional plumbing or wiring to be compatible. These fittings might also take longer to install, which will add to your labour costs.
The size of the bathroom
The size of your bathroom is probably one of the most significant factors affecting your installation costs. If you have a larger bathroom, there will be more surface area and wall space to fill, with more scope for bathroom furniture units. This is likely to involve more work and time than fitting a smaller bathroom, so your labour costs will increase.
