The Average Cost of a Small Business Website (2025 Guide)
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How much does it cost to create a website?
If you're asking yourself “How much does a business website cost?” you're not alone. It's one of the first questions most small business owners have when they start thinking about building an online presence.
The reality is that prices vary hugely depending on who you choose to work with, the features you need, and whether you'll get the ongoing support required to keep your website performing.
- A basic 5-page site in the UK typically costs around £720 on average, with a usual range of £500–£1,000.
- Many small business websites sit in the £1,500–£5,000 bracket once you factor in design, copy, and functionality.
- Almost half of UK SMEs report spending between £2,500 and £10,000 on their websites.
That's a lot of money - and often far more than a small business should have to risk before they see a return.
At DotGO, we've built our packages deliberately to avoid that trap. We're not “cheap” - we don't cut corners, use cookie-cutter templates, or leave you to write your own content. Instead, we're affordable by design. Our entry-level pricing gives you everything you need to compete online - a custom design, professional copywriting, SEO-ready setup, and lifetime support - without the inflated agency fees.
Think of it this way: we give you the same core essentials other companies charge thousands for, but at a cost that makes sense for a growing business. That way, your website isn't just an expense... it's an investment that pays for itself.
So the first question you should ask isn't just “What will my website cost?” but “What do I need my website to achieve for my business?” Because when it comes to affordable, professional web design, DotGO is built to give you exactly that.
Compare Web Design Prices: DIY, Freelancers, Agencies and DotGO
DIY builders (Wix, Squarespace, Shopify): £20–£259 per month but you do all the work and still pay for hosting, domains, and extras. Typically provide simple, template options with limited SEO. Great if you want a simple portfolio website, but not ideal for those who want to their business to be found online.
Freelancers: £500–£3,000 depending on skill and reliability. Ongoing support often costs extra. Usually one-man bands using WordPress templates and Canva. Not ideal if you want a professional partner who you can reach when you need them most.
Agencies: £3,000–£10,000+ for bespoke builds. High quality, but high cost and long timelines. Expect long meetings. Built for enterprise level businesses with big budgets.
DotGO: from £499 + VAT one-off cost, including design, copywriting, consultation, training, and lifetime support for just £42 a month. Built to work with small UK businesses and bring you customers. Reliable, trusted and affordable website design for the UK.
At DotGO, we keep things simple, transparent, and affordable — with packages starting from £499 + VAT, and no hidden extras.
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FAQ's
Common questions from business owners
How much does a 5-page website cost in the UK?
A professionally designed 5-page website usually costs between £500–£2,000, depending on the provider. DotGO’s 5-page websites start at £499 + VAT, fully designed and written for you.
Are cheap websites worth it?
DIY website builders seem cheap but often become more expensive when you factor in hidden costs (templates, apps, plugins, hosting, and your time). Many small businesses later rebuild with DotGO because their DIY site didn’t generate leads.
Why do agencies charge £5,000+?
Agencies typically build bespoke sites with advanced features, which may not be necessary for most small businesses. If you’re a tradesperson, café, shop, or consultant, you don’t need to spend thousands to look professional - or to have a website that works. You need a brochure website with clear calls to action, that sells your business and your USPs and is visible on Google... DotGO can do that for you, for a fraction of the price of an agency.
What hidden costs should I look out for?
Domain registration, hosting, email, SSL certificates, copywriting, and support are often charged extra. At DotGO, these are included in your package.
Can I get ongoing marketing?
Yes. Our DotGrow packages provide SEO, PPC, and Google Ads management so you can turn your new site into a lead-generating machine.
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Faith was absolutely brilliant from start to finish. From the very first call, she made the whole website process feel clear and manageable. She took the time to understand my business, offered great advice along the way, and translated my vision into a site I’m genuinely proud of. Nothing was ever too much trouble — Faith was always helpful, responsive, and incredibly patient. Her attention to detail and ability to explain everything in plain English made a big difference. I’d highly recommend Faith and the team at DotGO to anyone looking for a professional, stress-free website build. Great experience.
The clarity and ease of communication to creation is fantastic and they are always there to help and advise with very clear pricing also. Site completed for Sunshieldwindowfilm.co.uk efficiently and now expecting the after service to be great.
We received excellent service throughout our website build and extremely pleased with the outcome. Would definitely recommend.
I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for the outstanding service provided by DotGo represented by Liadin. We are thrilled with the level of service we have received, which has far exceeded our expectations. From start to finish, everything has been perfect. The timing of the service was impeccable, the quality of the work exceptional, and the professionalism displayed by your team truly remarkable. Not to mention the impeccable attention to customer service, which made the entire experience seamless and enjoyable. Moreover, the value we received in relation to the price paid is unparalleled. DotGo has truly set a benchmark for excellence in service delivery. Once again, thank you for your exceptional service. We look forward to continuing our partnership with DotGo and will not hesitate to recommend your services to others.
They were very approachable and eager to assist with our vision of what we wanted for our new website. The process was very straightforward and easy. The end results have exceeded our expectations and would absolutely recommend DotGo to anyone.
Great communication and very helpful, made it a breeze.
Professional prompt did exactly what I ask if fact wen extra mile could not ask for anymore looking forward to the future with website
Excellent from start to finish, Luke explained everything along the way as we built the stages to completion, I now have a very smart website up and running
My experience with DotGo was fluid and consistent and there was no break in communication, which is rather refreshing. They kept to their schedule and we were led through the process every step of the way, which is really helpful if you are not familiar with the process. It was a hassel free process if you work with them and provide them with the information they require, you can sit back and wait for the results! Awesome! Stress free process. I do recommend them.
I would like to thanks DotGo but most of all Luke, for the great work he and his team have done on my website, after looking around at other companies to up date my old website, i could not find another company as good as DotGo. Luke came up with the goods! it was made so so easy for me and now i have a new website which looks great.
Just had a new website built by Dotgo and found the process very easy and every one who I had dealt with very helpful.
Absolutely amazing from the first phone call with Josh untill completion of website!! Very patient with me and guided me all the way through any concerns I may of had.... lea my designer has been on top form with calls and emails... ive had a few overwhelming moments, but lea was always available with email and soon called me to reassure me. This has helped me remain calm in moments I would of had a melt down. Cannot recommend these guys enough for there constant support and doing such an amazing job with my Web design. It looks so much better than I had imagined!! The support will continue as and when I am needing it and this is so comforting to know they are only a call away. Thanks again for doing such brilliant work.... thanks lea and Josh you have both been really kind and patient with me 10/10
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