Why Choosing the Cheapest Web Design Option Could Be Costing You Thousands
When considering a new website for your business, it’s tempting to go with the cheapest quote. After all, if you can get a website built for £250, why spend £800–£1,250 with a professional agency like Four-Shires Creative?
Here’s why: Your website is your business’s first impression – and first impressions matter.
Imagine this:
You choose the £250 option. Your new site is finally live. Technically, it “works,” but it’s underwhelming.
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The layout feels bland and cookie-cutter.
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Images are pixelated and poorly optimised.
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Typos and sloppy grammar sneak in.
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Load times drag, frustrating visitors.
You might think: “Well, at least I have a website.”
But to a potential customer, it’s like walking into a shop with stained carpets, peeling paint, and boxes piled by the door. Unprofessional. Unreliable. Forgettable.
The result?
Visitors hit the “back” button and find a competitor instead — someone who looks like they take their business (and their customers) seriously. You haven’t just lost a website sale — you’ve lost potentially thousands in future revenue and referrals.
A cheap website is expensive when it costs you trust, customers, and opportunities.
Websites that are designed to grow your business
What Should You Really Budget for Professional Website Design?
At Four-Shires Creative, we believe in building websites that aren’t just “online brochures” — but sales tools that help you grow your business.
Here’s a real-world guide to what you should expect to invest:
Basic Single-Page Website — Starting from £300–£400
Ideal for a landing page or a simple online presence.
At this level, a skilled designer (charging around £50/hour) has around 6 hours to:
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Consult with you
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Gather requirements
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Develop an initial concept
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Make revisions
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Set up emails and launch your site
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Offer post-launch support
It’s efficient and effective — but at this price, it’s a starter, not a sales machine.
Small Business Website (3–6 Pages) — Starting from £400–£800
This is where real strategy comes in.
At this range, we can spend 1–2 days crafting a website that does more than look good:
✅ Competitor research
✅ Ideal customer profiling
✅ Sales-driven design
✅ Mobile optimisation
✅ SEO foundations
At Four-Shires Creative, every website we build is designed not just to look good — but to convert visitors into customers.
Sales Driven Website (6+ Pages) — Starting from £1,000+
If you’re serious about establishing a strong online presence, investing £1,000+ is essential.
At this level, you can expect:
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A custom design tailored to your brand
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In-depth competitor analysis
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Multiple design and revision rounds
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Mobile-first, responsive layouts
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Speed and SEO optimisation
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Easy-to-use CMS so you can add new pages and update your site with ease
When you invest properly in your website, you’re investing in a powerful digital asset that works for you 24/7.
Why Choose Four-Shires Creative?
At Four-Shires Creative, we’re not just designers. We’re a full-service creative agency offering:
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Website Design
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Video Production
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SEO & Digital Marketing
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Social Media Management
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Logo & Branding Design
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Email Marketing Campaigns
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Marketing Material Design
We understand how to blend creativity, technical expertise, and strategic thinking — creating websites that aren’t just beautiful, but built to drive your business forward.
Your website is your digital storefront.
Make sure it’s one that invites people in — not one that sends them running to your competitors.
Ready to invest in a website that truly represents your business?
Get in touch with the Four-Shires Creative team today
Ready to Invest in a Website That Wins Customers?
At Four-Shires Creative, we don’t just design websites… we create digital sales machines.
And, for a limited time only, we are offering a discount worth up to £1,000 on new web design projects.
You’ll need to hurry though, numbers are limited, and the offer won’t last much longer.
√ Stand out from the crowd
√ Win more customers with a site designed to sell
√ Fast loading, Mobile friendly, SEO ready
√ Full support from a professional team
√ Time Limited Offer – Don’t miss out, Act Today!