South East regional pricing
How Much Does a Hairdresser Cost in Milton Keynes?
Updated prices for . Milton Keynes prices are typically 8% above the national average.
Price summary
Milton Keynes Price Summary
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women's Cut & Blow Dry | £40 | £60 | £85 |
| Men's Haircut | £15 | £20 | £30 |
| Children's Haircut | £10 | £15 | £20 |
Prices include labour and materials. VAT may apply. Based on South East regional pricing.
Full pricing
All Hairdresser Prices in Milton Keynes
Every price adjusted for Milton Keynes using a 1.082x cost multiplier, rounded to the nearest £5.
| Job | Low | Average | High | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Women's Cut & Blow Dry | £40 | £60 | £85 | 45-75 minutes |
| Men's Haircut | £15 | £20 | £30 | 20-40 minutes |
| Children's Haircut | £10 | £15 | £20 | 15-30 minutes |
| Full Head Colour | £65 | £110 | £160 | 1.5-2.5 hours |
| Half Head Highlights | £65 | £90 | £130 | 1.5-2.5 hours |
| Full Head Highlights | £95 | £140 | £195 | 2-3.5 hours |
| Balayage / Ombre | £110 | £160 | £215 | 2-3.5 hours |
| Blow Dry / Styling | £25 | £40 | £55 | 30-45 minutes |
| Keratin Treatment | £110 | £190 | £270 | 2-3 hours |
| Hair Extensions (Tape-In) | £215 | £380 | £540 | 1.5-2.5 hours |
| Wedding Hair Styling | £85 | £160 | £270 | 1-2 hours |
| Beard Trim (Barber) | £10 | £15 | £20 | 10-20 minutes |
Women's Cut & Blow Dry
Low
£40
Average
£60
High
£85
45-75 minutes
Men's Haircut
Low
£15
Average
£20
High
£30
20-40 minutes
Children's Haircut
Low
£10
Average
£15
High
£20
15-30 minutes
Full Head Colour
Low
£65
Average
£110
High
£160
1.5-2.5 hours
Half Head Highlights
Low
£65
Average
£90
High
£130
1.5-2.5 hours
Full Head Highlights
Low
£95
Average
£140
High
£195
2-3.5 hours
Balayage / Ombre
Low
£110
Average
£160
High
£215
2-3.5 hours
Blow Dry / Styling
Low
£25
Average
£40
High
£55
30-45 minutes
Keratin Treatment
Low
£110
Average
£190
High
£270
2-3 hours
Hair Extensions (Tape-In)
Low
£215
Average
£380
High
£540
1.5-2.5 hours
Wedding Hair Styling
Low
£85
Average
£160
High
£270
1-2 hours
Beard Trim (Barber)
Low
£10
Average
£15
High
£20
10-20 minutes
Regional comparison
How Milton Keynes Compares
Average cost of women's cut & blow dry across regions.
Local insights
What Affects Hairdresser Costs in Milton Keynes?
The South East has a mix of housing styles, from Victorian and Edwardian semis to 1930s suburban developments and modern estates. In and around Milton Keynes, many properties in areas near Surrey and Kent vary in age and condition. Older properties with original features typically cost more for hairdresser work due to additional preparation and access challenges.
The South East sits above the national average for trade costs, influenced by proximity to London and the generally higher cost of living. Labour rates in Milton Keynes are typically 8% above the UK average. Despite this, there's a strong supply of qualified hairdresser professionals across the region. Prices can vary 30-50% between different tradespeople for the same job, so getting multiple quotes is essential.
What you pay for hairdresser work in Milton Keynes depends on the complexity of the job, the materials used, and the condition of your property. Older detached and semi-detached homes often present more challenges that add to the cost. For larger jobs, expect to pay £215 to £540 for hair extensions (tape-in) in Milton Keynes. Coastal properties in the South East may face additional considerations that affect pricing.
When getting quotes in Milton Keynes, aim for at least three from different qualified professionals. Ask each one to visit and assess the work rather than quoting over the phone. A good hairdresser will check the existing setup, identify complications, and provide a detailed cost breakdown. Be wary of quotes that seem significantly cheaper — they may be cutting corners on materials or quality. Always check qualifications, insurance and recent reviews.
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