Guide · 2026

How much does a website cost in Scotland? (2026)

In Scotland in 2026, a small-business website typically costs £500–£1,500 from a fixed-price studio, £1,000–£3,000 from a freelancer, and £2,500–£10,000 from an agency. DIY builders like Wix run about £150–£300 per year but cost you your time. Here's how to choose — and what you actually get at each price.

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DIY builder (Wix/Squarespace): ~£150–£300/yr — you build it yourself
Fixed-price studio (BrightRay): from £500, built for you, live in 7 days
Freelancer: ~£1,000–£3,000, quality and timelines vary
Agency: ~£2,500–£10,000, best for larger or complex projects

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WebsitesA website that wins you work →Designed and built for you, mobile-first, set up for Google and AI search. Live in as little as 7 days.AI receptionistEvery call answered, 24/7 →A natural, clear voice answers your calls, takes the details and emails you a summary, recording and transcript.AI voicemailNo more lost voicemails →Only answers the calls you miss. Callers talk to an assistant instead of a beep, and you get their details straight away.

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How much does a small business website cost in Scotland?+

Most Scottish small-business websites cost £500–£1,500 from a fixed-price studio, £1,000–£3,000 from a freelancer, or £2,500–£10,000 from an agency. BrightRay builds professional sites from a fixed £500, live in as little as 7 days.

How much should a charity spend on a website?+

A small charity can get a professional website from around £400 with a charity discount. Grants (National Lottery, Foundation Scotland, the Transform Foundation) can cover larger projects.

Is a cheap website any good?+

A cheap DIY template can look generic and take your time to build. A fixed-price professional studio like BrightRay gives you a built-for-you site from £500 — affordable without being a template you assemble yourself.

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