South East regional pricing
How Much Does a Hairdresser Cost in New Forest?
Updated prices for . New Forest prices are typically 1% below the national average.
Price summary
New Forest Price Summary
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women's Cut & Blow Dry | £35 | £55 | £80 |
| Men's Haircut | £10 | £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 New Forest
Every price adjusted for New Forest using a 0.987x cost multiplier, rounded to the nearest £5.
| Job | Low | Average | High | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Women's Cut & Blow Dry | £35 | £55 | £80 | 45-75 minutes |
| Men's Haircut | £10 | £20 | £30 | 20-40 minutes |
| Children's Haircut | £10 | £15 | £20 | 15-30 minutes |
| Full Head Colour | £60 | £100 | £150 | 1.5-2.5 hours |
| Half Head Highlights | £60 | £85 | £120 | 1.5-2.5 hours |
| Full Head Highlights | £90 | £130 | £180 | 2-3.5 hours |
| Balayage / Ombre | £100 | £150 | £195 | 2-3.5 hours |
| Blow Dry / Styling | £25 | £35 | £50 | 30-45 minutes |
| Keratin Treatment | £100 | £175 | £245 | 2-3 hours |
| Hair Extensions (Tape-In) | £195 | £345 | £495 | 1.5-2.5 hours |
| Wedding Hair Styling | £80 | £150 | £245 | 1-2 hours |
| Beard Trim (Barber) | £10 | £15 | £20 | 10-20 minutes |
Women's Cut & Blow Dry
Low
£35
Average
£55
High
£80
45-75 minutes
Men's Haircut
Low
£10
Average
£20
High
£30
20-40 minutes
Children's Haircut
Low
£10
Average
£15
High
£20
15-30 minutes
Full Head Colour
Low
£60
Average
£100
High
£150
1.5-2.5 hours
Half Head Highlights
Low
£60
Average
£85
High
£120
1.5-2.5 hours
Full Head Highlights
Low
£90
Average
£130
High
£180
2-3.5 hours
Balayage / Ombre
Low
£100
Average
£150
High
£195
2-3.5 hours
Blow Dry / Styling
Low
£25
Average
£35
High
£50
30-45 minutes
Keratin Treatment
Low
£100
Average
£175
High
£245
2-3 hours
Hair Extensions (Tape-In)
Low
£195
Average
£345
High
£495
1.5-2.5 hours
Wedding Hair Styling
Low
£80
Average
£150
High
£245
1-2 hours
Beard Trim (Barber)
Low
£10
Average
£15
High
£20
10-20 minutes
Regional comparison
How New Forest Compares
Average cost of women's cut & blow dry across regions.
Local insights
What Affects Hairdresser Costs in New Forest?
The South East has a mix of housing styles, from Victorian and Edwardian semis to 1930s suburban developments and modern estates. In and around New Forest, 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 New Forest are typically 1% below 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 New Forest 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 £195 to £495 for hair extensions (tape-in) in New Forest. Coastal properties in the South East may face additional considerations that affect pricing.
When getting quotes in New Forest, 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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