How Much Does a Cleaner Cost in the UK?
A domestic cleaner in the UK typically charges £15–£20 per hour, rising to £18–£25 per hour in London and the South East.
Updated June 2026 · Typical UK ranges · Methodology below
Quick answer
A cleaner in the UK typically charges £15–£25 per hour. These are typical ranges — your actual quote depends on region, job complexity, time of day, materials, and whether the trade is independent or an agency. Always get an itemised quote first.
Typical 2026 Cleaner Costs
| Job | Typical Price |
|---|---|
| Regular domestic cleaner | £15–£20 |
| One-off standard clean (3-bed) | £60–£100 |
| Deep clean (3-bed home) | £200–£350 |
| End-of-tenancy clean (2-bed flat) | £150–£280 |
| Carpet cleaning | £25–£45 |
| Oven deep clean | £50–£90 |
What Affects a Cleaner’s Price?
Region. London and the South East run 20–40% above the national average.
Independent vs agency. A self-employed cleaner keeps the whole fee so charges less; an agency rate covers vetting, insurance, and cover when your cleaner is off.
Frequency. Weekly or fortnightly slots are cheaper per hour than one-offs because the cleaner values predictable recurring work.
Scope and condition. A regularly maintained home cleans faster. Add-ons like inside the oven, internal windows, or ironing extend the time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do cleaners charge per hour in the UK?
Most UK domestic cleaners charge £15–£20 per hour, rising to £18–£25 per hour in London and the South East. Independent cleaners are usually cheaper; agency cleaners cost more because the rate covers vetting, insurance, and cover.
How much does a deep clean cost?
A deep clean of a typical 3-bedroom home costs £200–£350 as a fixed-price job. It includes everything a standard clean does plus inside the oven and appliances, skirting boards, behind furniture, and detailed bathroom and kitchen work.
How much is an end-of-tenancy clean?
An end-of-tenancy clean of a 2-bedroom flat typically costs £150–£280 as a fixed price, with the oven included. Letting agents inspect against a standard checklist, so a fixed quote that commits to that standard protects your deposit.
How we work out these figures
Figures are typical 2026 UK price ranges, not a single measured GeraHome price. They are compiled from publicly published UK tradesperson rate surveys and standard hourly/day-rate conventions, then expressed as a low–to–high band because real quotes vary with region, job complexity, access, materials, time of day, and whether the trade is independent or an agency. London and the South East typically run 20–40% above the national average; the North, Midlands, Wales and Northern Ireland typically sit below it. Always get an upfront, itemised quote before work begins.
These are typical ranges, not a single GeraHome-measured price. We publish honest bands rather than invent a precise per-city number we do not have.
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