How Much Does a Will Cost in the UK? 2026 Price Guide
£0 – £500
Last updated 2026-01-15
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A will is one of the most important documents you'll ever sign, but costs vary widely. From free DIY options to premium solicitor services, here's what you can expect to pay.
Average Will Costs in 2026
- Simple single will: £150-300
- Mirror wills (couples): £250-400
- Complex will: £350-750+
- Will with trusts: £500-1,000+
Why Prices Vary
The cost depends on your circumstances:
- Simple estate (house, savings, few beneficiaries) = lower cost
- Business interests, overseas property, trusts = higher cost
- Blended families with complex provisions = higher cost
- High-street solicitor vs online service = significant price difference
Your options compared
DIY Will Kit / Online Template
£0-30- Cheapest option
- Immediate
- Good for very simple situations
- High error rate
- No professional advice
- May be invalid
- No ongoing support
Best for: Only suitable for very simple estates with no property or children
Online Will Service
£90-200- Affordable
- Convenient
- Guided process
- Usually legally reviewed
- Limited personalisation
- No face-to-face advice
- Standard templates
Best for: Single people or couples with straightforward situations
Will Writer
£150-350- Personal service
- Home visits available
- More affordable than solicitors
- Specialist knowledge
- Unregulated industry
- Quality varies
- Limited for complex estates
Best for: Most families with standard situations
Solicitor
£250-750+- Regulated profession
- Insurance protection
- Handles complex situations
- Ongoing relationship
- Most expensive
- May be less will-focused
- Can be impersonal
Best for: Complex estates, business owners, high-value assets
What affects the price
| Complexity of estate | More assets and beneficiaries = higher cost |
| Trusts required | Adding trusts can double the cost |
| Professional type | Solicitors typically charge more than will writers |
| Location | London prices 20-50% higher than elsewhere |
| Urgency | Expedited service may cost extra |
Common questions
Is a cheap will a bad will?
Not necessarily, but you get what you pay for. A simple situation may be fine with an affordable service. Complex estates need professional handling regardless of cost.
Should I use my bank's will service?
Be cautious. Banks often name themselves as executor with high ongoing fees. Compare the total cost, including administration fees after death.
Is Free Wills Month genuine?
Yes. In March and October, participating solicitors write basic wills for free (for over 55s). They hope some will leave a charity gift, but there's no obligation.
How often do I need to pay to update my will?
Updates cost from £50 (codicil) to full price for a new will. Many services include free updates for a period.
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