Kitchens cost in Edinburgh
2026 prices for Midlothian · Scotland
Kitchens in Edinburgh typically costs between £5,700 and £28,500, with most homeowners landing near £17,100. Local pricing sits about 5% below the UK average. Separate building standards and tenement access affect some work types; labour rates sit below the UK average.
£5,700 – £28,500
UK average £12,000 · Edinburgh index 95
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Kitchens prices in Edinburgh by finish level
| FINISH LEVEL | EDINBURGH COST | WHAT'S INCLUDED |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | £5,700 – £8,600 | Entry-level materials, existing layout retained |
| Mid-range | £8,300 – £12,500 | Better fittings, some layout change |
| Premium | £11,000 – £16,500 | High-specification materials and full redesign |
£5,985
About 35% of a typical Edinburgh job, at Scotland day rates.
£11,115
Materials pricing is broadly national — this is where specification, not location, drives your total.
What affects kitchens cost in Edinburgh
New Town and Old Town are World Heritage sites with very tight listed-building control. Tenement flats need shared-repair agreement for roofing and stonework.
- Uneven walls and floors needing packing and levelling
- Old consumer units unable to carry new appliance loads
- Gas hob to induction conversions needing a new supply
Rules in Edinburgh
Building control and planning applications for kitchens work in Edinburgh go through City of Edinburgh Council. Confirm before booking whether your property sits in a conservation area, is listed, or is covered by an Article 4 direction — each removes permitted development rights and changes the approval route.
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