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Bathroom renovation cost in Brighton

Full strip-out and refit of a family bathroom or en-suite, including new suite, tiling and electrics.

Local context — Brighton

Council
Brighton & Hove City Council
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Cost premium
+6% vs UK average (South Coast labour premium + restricted access)
Typical extension price
A 25 m² single-storey rear extension in Brighton & Hove typically runs £60,000-£88,000 (standard to premium, 2026). Lower-ground-floor extensions in Regency squares (Kemptown, Hove) run £75,000-£120,000.
Building Control
Brighton & Hove Building Control is the council's in-house service; lead time 3-5 working days. Tight planning policy and 34 conservation areas push many homeowners to use private AIs for predictability.
Conservation & Article 4
Brighton & Hove has 34 conservation areas covering ~28% of the city — including all of Kemptown, Brunswick Town, Montpelier, Clifton Hill, Old Town and Preston Park. Article 4 directions are extensive; assume PD rights are removed in any pre-1939 street until confirmed otherwise.
Local quirks that move the price
Chalk subsoil across most of the city means foundations are usually shallow but always need an engineer's check for solution features. Coastal salt exposure south of the A259 requires 316-grade stainless fixings and pre-treated timber. Skip permits are heavily restricted in CPZ areas — expect £45-75/day plus suspension fees. Listed-building density in Kemptown means LBC is often needed even for internal works.
High-demand areas in Brighton
KemptownHovePreston ParkFivewaysHanover
Typical 6 m² project in Brighton
£22,020
to
£52,146
Mid-range (premium spec): £33,430
standard
£22,020
premium
£33,430
luxury
£52,146
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Bathroom renovation costs in Brighton — FAQs

How much does a bathroom renovation cost in Brighton?

Bathroom renovations in Brighton typically cost between £22,020 and £52,146 depending on size, specification and site conditions. A mid-range 6 m² project averages around £33,430.

How long will it take?

Most bathroom renovations take between 6 and 16 weeks on site, depending on scope, structural complexity and planning requirements in South East England.

Do I need planning permission?

Many bathroom renovations fall under permitted development, but conservation areas, listed buildings and larger projects in Brighton can require a full planning application. Use the cost checker to see what applies to your address.

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