Painting & Decorating cost in Southampton
2026 prices for Hampshire · South East
Painting & Decorating in Southampton typically costs between £450 and £6,700, with most homeowners landing near £3,575. Local pricing sits about 12% above the UK average. Strong demand and overspill from London keep day rates high, though materials and waste costs are close to the national average.
£450 – £6,700
UK average £1,800 · Southampton index 112
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Painting & Decorating prices in Southampton by finish level
| FINISH LEVEL | SOUTHAMPTON COST | WHAT'S INCLUDED |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | £450 – £670 | Entry-level materials, existing layout retained |
| Mid-range | £650 – £970 | Better fittings, some layout change |
| Premium | £870 – £1,300 | High-specification materials and full redesign |
£2,324
About 65% of a typical Southampton job, at South East day rates.
£1,251
Materials pricing is broadly national — this is where specification, not location, drives your total.
What affects painting & decorating cost in Southampton
Victorian terraces in Portswood and Shirley with a large student and HMO market. Rewiring and bathroom refits are the highest-volume job types.
- Old distemper or flaking paint needing full strip
- Damp patches that recur through new paint
- Cracked plaster requiring skimming first
Rules in Southampton
Building control and planning applications for painting & decorating work in Southampton go through Southampton City 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.
Serving SO14, SO15, SO16, SO17 and the surrounding Hampshire area.
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