Refurbishment costs in East Midlands
Building costs in East Midlands run around the UK average — a regional factor of ×1.00 on national benchmark rates. The figures below apply that factor to common jobs; use the live calculator to price your own project for the region.
How regional refurbishment costs work
- 1Start from national benchmarks
Standard jobs (a rewire, a kitchen, an extension) have typical UK-wide cost ranges.
- 2Apply the regional factor
East Midlands sits at ×1.00 versus the national baseline — mostly driven by local labour rates.
- 3Adjust for your property
Condition, spec and access move the number further. Always confirm with local contractor quotes before committing.
The East Midlands is close to the national baseline — one of the reasons it's used as the reference point for benchmark costs. Solid rental demand in the cities and reasonable trade rates make it a favourite for HMO and BRRR investors.
Major areas in East Midlands include Nottingham, Leicester, Derby, Northampton and Lincoln. Costs vary within the region too — city-centre access and rural travel both add to trade time — so treat these as a regional starting point, not a substitute for local quotes.
Typical refurbishment costs in East Midlands
| Job | Indicative cost (East Midlands) |
|---|---|
| Full house rewire (3-bed) | £3,900 – £5,800 |
| New combi boiler (fitted) | £1,800 – £3,000 |
| New kitchen (mid, fitted) | £6,500 – £13,000 |
| New bathroom (fitted) | £4,500 – £7,000 |
| Re-roof (semi, ~70 m²) | £6,000 – £11,000 |
| Single-storey extension (20 m²) | £36,000 – £60,000 |
| Loft conversion (dormer) | £30,000 – £55,000 |
| Replaster a house (skim, ~300 m²) | £4,500 – £8,000 |
National benchmark rates × 1.00 regional factor. Indicative — confirm with local quotes.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to refurbish a house in East Midlands?+
A medium refurbishment in East Midlands typically runs around £700–£1,050 per m² (so roughly £63,000–£94,500 for a 90 m² house), reflecting the region's ×1.00 cost factor. A light refresh costs less; a back-to-brick refurbishment more.
Why do refurbishment costs differ in East Midlands?+
Most of the regional variation is labour rates, which East Midlands carries around the UK average. Materials are broadly national, but access, logistics and the local mix of trades also matter.
Are these East Midlands costs quotes?+
No — they're indicative benchmarks adjusted by a regional factor, to help you scope and sanity-check. Always obtain local contractor quotes before you commit or submit figures to a lender.
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Want to know how these figures are calculated? See our cost methodology.
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