Top WordPress Developers in the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom is a powerhouse for WordPress talent, spanning London’s fintech scene, Manchester’s thriving e-commerce market, and Edinburgh’s AI-driven startups. UK-based teams bring deep experience in accessible, secure, and high-performing WordPress builds — from brochure sites to headless, multilingual platforms.
On Clutch, you can compare verified WordPress agencies and freelance experts by reviews, portfolios, industries, budget, and location. Our rigorous review process highlights outcomes, communication, and project management so you can hire with confidence. Use filters to find WordPress website designers in the UK, agencies for WooCommerce, or specialists in regulated sectors like finance and health. Start with these directories:
• WordPress Developers in London
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Serves United KingdomServices provided
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See all 43 projectsOsom Studio is a highly rated web development company specializing in custom website development, full-stack web development, and web application development. Across all reviews, 100% of clients commend their technical expertise, communication, and project management skills. Their ability to deliver high-quality, timely solutions garners trust and satisfaction from diverse industries.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Serves United KingdomServices provided
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See all 45 projectsComputan is a web development company specializing in custom website development, full-stack web development, and web application development. They have received mostly positive feedback, with 90% of reviewers highlighting their adaptability and ability to meet deadlines. Approximately 80% of reviews praise their technical expertise in platforms like WordPress, HubSpot, and Shopify, while some suggest improvements in communication and project updates.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Serves United KingdomServices provided
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See all 14 projectsOrthoplex Solutions is a full-stack web development company specializing in website design, development, and maintenance. The company consistently receives positive reviews, with 100% of clients praising their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to deliver high-quality, efficient web solutions on time. Approximately 80% of the reviews highlight Orthoplex's expertise in creating user-friendly and SEO-optimized websites that enhance client engagement and conversions.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9London , England
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Small web design company Space Galleon, is located in London , England and London , England. Their services include Web Design and E-Commerce Development.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Biggleswade, England
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Harmony Studios is an AR/VR development company. Their small team is headquartered in Biggleswade, England. Their services include AR/VR development and Mobile App Development.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves United KingdomServices provided
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See all 3 projectsWonderful is a web development company specializing in UX/UI design, digital strategy, and web development. They have received consistently positive feedback, with clients reporting significant improvements in conversion rates and user engagement. Approximately 100% of reviewers highlight their effective project management and communication skills, showcasing their ability to connect data insights with practical web development outcomes.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves United KingdomServices provided
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See all 15 projectsTwirling Umbrellas is a distinguished web development company excelling in web design, custom website development, and digital marketing. Their reviews reflect a consistent theme of exceptional customer service, effective project management, and technical expertise. With approximately 100% of feedback being positive, clients praise their responsiveness and ability to deliver user-friendly, modern website solutions that enhance user engagement and satisfaction.
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves United KingdomServices provided
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See all 24 projectsWP Creative is a web development company renowned for delivering comprehensive and high-performing custom website solutions. With a consistent track record in timely project delivery and proactive management, 100% of reviewers commend their technical expertise and responsiveness. Clients particularly appreciate their ability to improve website performance and engagement, underscoring their skill in custom website development and detailed project execution.
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$10,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Leeds, England
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Digital Strategy company CDS is in Leeds, England and Chelmsford, England. The team provides Digital Strategy and Print Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Birmingham, England
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Wow Group is a web design agency. They are based in Birmingham, England. Their team offers Web Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Chalfont Saint Peter, England
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BAT CODERS is a Cybersecurity company. Launched in 2011, the team offers Cybersecurity and Mobile App Development. The agency is based in Chalfont Saint Peter, England.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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See all 1 projectsAt the heart of our business is our passionate team – aka our elevators – they make the magic happen! We’re made up of dedicated, forward-thinking marketers, storytellers and
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Big Picture, a graphic design company, is based in London, England. Their services include Graphic Design and Video Production.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Manchester, England
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Polychromatic, a website development company, was established in 2017. The agency offers Web Development and Web Design, and is small.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Leeds, England
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AR/VR development company Reflex Arc specializes in AR/VR development and Custom Software Development. They were established in 2011.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerHartlepool, England
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Hartlepool Digital, a branding company, was launched in 2024. In Hartlepool, England, the team focuses on Branding and Web Development.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerLondon, England
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Episty is an UX design company. The firm is in London, England. Their services include UX/UI Design and Mobile App Development.
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Eyeweb is a Marketing Strategy company. They focus on Marketing Strategy and Web Design and were established in 2002. The firm is located in Hull , England.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Gravesend, England
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Established in 1994, MSDC is a small Gravesend, England-based graphic design agency. Their services include Graphic Design and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Webdigi is a web development firm. They are located in London, England and have small team of experts. Their services include Web Development and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Oberonex is a social media marketing firm launched in 2022. Their services include Social Media Marketing and UX/UI Design.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerDarrington, England
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WebiProg is a small web development company. They provide Web Development and E-Commerce Development and were founded in 2008.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249London, England
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Web development firm Hartley Lab is based in Pune, India and Singapore, Singapore. Established in 2011, the team focuses on Web Development and Custom Software Development.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Corsham, England
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GGMR is an UX design company. They are based in Corsham, England. Their team specializes in UX/UI Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9London, England
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See all 1 projectsEngineer Box specializes in developing mobile applications, client dashboards with e-commerce functionality, and website revamping, tailored to tech-enabled quality control needs. Their clients commend their timely delivery and practical problem-solving abilities, noting that all deliverables exceeded expectations. The company is praised for understanding complex challenges and offering effective solutions, with no areas for improvement mentioned.
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$250,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249London, England
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See all 1 projectsParsBiz offers social media marketing services to enhance brand awareness, increase followers, and drive website traffic. Clients commend their impressive project management and the ability to craft campaigns that resonate emotionally with audiences. While generally satisfied, some feedback highlights the need for more detailed reporting and quicker response times, as well as the potential to explore emerging platforms for broader outreach.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Norwich, England
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Small web design company Brew Digital, is located in Norwich, England and Toronto, Canada. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Yate, England
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Digiprosolution is an e-commerce development firm founded in 2019. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Reading, England
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Qorelogix - Analytics & App Development is a small graphic design agency. They focus on Graphic Design and Print Design and were established in 2018.
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Coventry, England
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See all 11 projectsSDLC Corp is a web development company specializing in full-stack web development, web application development, and custom website development. The reviews indicate strong client satisfaction, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their professionalism, timely delivery, and impressive technical knowledge. Clients also appreciate their agile project management and commitment to fulfilling client needs, with no significant areas for improvement mentioned.
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Founded in 2002, Megrisoft Limited UK is a midsize London, England-based social media marketing agency. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$250,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Liverpool, England
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WPPROSERVICES is a small web design company founded in 2023. Their services include Web Design and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9North Hykeham, England
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Point3 Software Ltd. Is a custom software development firm. The North Hykeham, England-based agency was established in 2010. Their team focuses on Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Evan Tech Ltd. Is a London, England-based social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Telford, England
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Algosys Technologies is a Telford, England-based data analytics company. They offer BI & big data consulting & SI and Web Development and were founded in 2021.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Headquartered in London, England, Resalt is a web design company. Founded in 2022, the team focuses on Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Montenegro Systems, a web design agency, was established in 2022. The team provides Web Design and Custom Software Development and is in Budva, Montenegro and London, England.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Greater London, England
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UXD Consults, a branding agency, is based in Greater London, England. Founded in 2023, the team focuses on Branding and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancerLiverpool, England
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Based in Liverpool, England, Liam Websites is a small web design company. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sheffield, England
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Small Digital Strategy company The Sheffield Marketing Co, is headquartered in Sheffield, England. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Plot Digital is a small London, England-based social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and UX/UI Design.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249London, England
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Headquartered in London, England, Crypto Developers is a Blockchain company. They offer Blockchain and Web Design and were launched in 2022.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Gloucester, England
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Web development company Doddle Agency is located in Gloucester, England. The team specializes in Web Development and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerBelfast, Northern Ireland
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DIGITAL STRADA is a small AR/VR development company launched in 2018. Their services include AR/VR development and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Eccles, England
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See all 1 projectsWe're a full-service Digital Marketing Agency comprised of a group of enthusiastic individuals that enjoy assisting small and medium-sized businesses in achieving their growth.
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Launched in 2008, Tahninial is a small web design company. Their services include Web Design and Branding.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Cardiff, Wales
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Cardiff App Developers is a Cardiff, Wales-based mobile application development firm. The team specializes in Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Britechx Digital is a branding agency launched in 2017. The small team focuses on Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dartford, England
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Branding firm Nestamedia Studios is located in Dartford, England. The team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Luton, England
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Established in 2017, Dream Startup is a branding agency. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Chester, England
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Primo Interactive is a Digital Strategy company. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Web Design and is in Chester, England and Vilnius, Lithuania.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Located in Brampton, Canada and London, England, Devinti is a small social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249London, England
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Nitro Digital is a midsize Digital Strategy company based in London, England and Kielce, Poland. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Manchester, England
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See all 1 projectsBertan Agency offers comprehensive SEO services, including WordPress optimization, heading optimization, image SEO, and local SEO. Reviews highlight their effective, result-driven strategies and commend their transparent business practices and ethical techniques. Clients appreciate their responsiveness and efficient communication.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9West Lavant, England
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Located in West Lavant, England, Digital Republic is a software development company. The team offers Custom Software Development and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Stokenchurch, England
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5G Digital Ltd is a web design company. They were launched in 2017 and specialize in Web Design and E-Commerce Development.
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List of the Top 15 United Kingdom WordPress Development Companies
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249London, England
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999London, England
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Matlock, England
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999London, England
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999London, England
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999London, England
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Manchester, England
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249London, England
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Lymm , England
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Lincoln, England
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999London, England
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Manchester, England
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Hertfordshire, England
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249London, England
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999London, England
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249London, England
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Theale, England
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Bromley, England
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249London, England
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249London, England
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249London, England
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Cambridge, England
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249London, England
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249London, England
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UK WordPress Development FAQs
Hiring in the UK gives you access to teams experienced with accessibility (WCAG 2.2), GDPR, and enterprise security — essential for public sector, higher education, and regulated industries. You’ll also benefit from proximity to hubs like London, Manchester, and Birmingham.
In addition, time zone coverage is ideal for European collaboration and manageable for North American stakeholders. Many teams pair custom WordPress development with content design, SEO, and conversion optimization, streamlining delivery from discovery to launch.
Typical UK pricing varies because of factors such as team type, complexity, and location. Expect ranges such as:
- Freelance WordPress developer: £35 – £80 per hour; small websites from £1,500 – £6,000
- WordPress agency: £70 – £150+ per hour; custom builds from £8,000 – £60,000+.
- WooCommerce/e-commerce projects: £12,000 – £80,000+, depending on product catalog, checkout flows, ERP/CRM/PIM integrations, and subscriptions.
- Care plans and support: £300 – £2,000 per month; growth retainers can run £5,000 – £20,000+ per month.
Furthermore, it’s worth noting that costs also rise with headless architectures, complex migrations, multilingual content, and performance budgets.
UK WordPress developers commonly support a variety of markets and niches, including:
- Fintech and banking
- E-commerce and D2C
- Media and publishing
- Higher education and research
- Public sector and charities
- Healthcare and life sciences
- Professional services, real estate, travel, and sports/culture
Define your project’s specific goals, scope, and requirements. Then, browse through Clutch’s directories and follow these 5 key steps to narrow your search:
- Evaluate portfolios for similar complexity, industries, and measurable outcomes.
- Check technical depth — Gutenberg/Block Editor, ACF/Block development, WooCommerce, CI/CD, version control, containerized hosting, and staging.
- Prioritize SEO, performance, and accessibility — ask for Lighthouse baselines, schema, redirect/migration plans, and WCAG 2.2 processes.
- Confirm data protection and governance — GDPR, cookie consent, backups, disaster recovery, and SLAs.
- Validate team fit — discovery workshops, communication cadence, transparent pricing, and references.
If you plan to hire WordPress experts in the UK for design-heavy builds, look for “WordPress website designers UK” with strong UX, CRO, and content design credentials.
- Overreliance on off-the-shelf themes/plugins with no plan for performance, security, or long-term maintainability
- No staging environment, version control, automated testing, or documented deployment process
- Vague ownership terms for code, designs, or content; unclear licensing for premium plugins
- No accessibility, GDPR, or performance benchmarks; ignores Core Web Vitals and best practices
- Hard-coded templates that break the Block Editor and lock you out of content updates
- Fixed “guarantees” on traffic or rankings without a content/technical plan
- Bottom-of-market quotes paired with rushed timelines and minimal discovery
When in doubt, request a short technical audit or paid discovery to validate the approach and reduce project risk.