London regional pricing
How Much Does a Hairdresser Cost in Richmond upon Thames?
Updated prices for . Richmond upon Thames prices are typically 48% above the national average.
Price summary
Richmond upon Thames Price Summary
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women's Cut & Blow Dry | £50 | £80 | £120 |
| Men's Haircut | £20 | £30 | £45 |
| Children's Haircut | £15 | £20 | £30 |
Prices include labour and materials. VAT may apply. Based on London regional pricing.
Full pricing
All Hairdresser Prices in Richmond upon Thames
Every price adjusted for Richmond upon Thames using a 1.482x cost multiplier, rounded to the nearest £5.
| Job | Low | Average | High | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Women's Cut & Blow Dry | £50 | £80 | £120 | 45-75 minutes |
| Men's Haircut | £20 | £30 | £45 | 20-40 minutes |
| Children's Haircut | £15 | £20 | £30 | 15-30 minutes |
| Full Head Colour | £90 | £150 | £220 | 1.5-2.5 hours |
| Half Head Highlights | £90 | £125 | £180 | 1.5-2.5 hours |
| Full Head Highlights | £135 | £195 | £265 | 2-3.5 hours |
| Balayage / Ombre | £150 | £220 | £295 | 2-3.5 hours |
| Blow Dry / Styling | £35 | £50 | £75 | 30-45 minutes |
| Keratin Treatment | £150 | £260 | £370 | 2-3 hours |
| Hair Extensions (Tape-In) | £295 | £520 | £740 | 1.5-2.5 hours |
| Wedding Hair Styling | £120 | £220 | £370 | 1-2 hours |
| Beard Trim (Barber) | £10 | £20 | £30 | 10-20 minutes |
Women's Cut & Blow Dry
Low
£50
Average
£80
High
£120
45-75 minutes
Men's Haircut
Low
£20
Average
£30
High
£45
20-40 minutes
Children's Haircut
Low
£15
Average
£20
High
£30
15-30 minutes
Full Head Colour
Low
£90
Average
£150
High
£220
1.5-2.5 hours
Half Head Highlights
Low
£90
Average
£125
High
£180
1.5-2.5 hours
Full Head Highlights
Low
£135
Average
£195
High
£265
2-3.5 hours
Balayage / Ombre
Low
£150
Average
£220
High
£295
2-3.5 hours
Blow Dry / Styling
Low
£35
Average
£50
High
£75
30-45 minutes
Keratin Treatment
Low
£150
Average
£260
High
£370
2-3 hours
Hair Extensions (Tape-In)
Low
£295
Average
£520
High
£740
1.5-2.5 hours
Wedding Hair Styling
Low
£120
Average
£220
High
£370
1-2 hours
Beard Trim (Barber)
Low
£10
Average
£20
High
£30
10-20 minutes
Regional comparison
How Richmond upon Thames Compares
Average cost of women's cut & blow dry across regions.
Local insights
What Affects Hairdresser Costs in Richmond upon Thames?
Richmond upon Thames's housing stock ranges from Georgian and Victorian terraces to post-war estates and modern new-builds. Properties across areas like Islington, Hackney and Brixton vary enormously in age, layout and condition, all of which directly affect hairdresser costs. Older properties tend to need more preparation work and present access challenges that push prices toward the higher end of the ranges shown above.
London is the most expensive part of the UK for trade work, with labour rates running around 24% above the national average. This reflects the high cost of living, congestion charges, and expensive parking that tradespeople factor into their quotes. Despite the higher prices, there is no shortage of qualified hairdresser professionals across the capital. Prices still vary by 30-50% between tradespeople for the same job, making multiple quotes essential.
Several factors affect what you will pay for hairdresser work in Richmond upon Thames. The scope and complexity of the job is the biggest driver — straightforward work in accessible locations will be at the lower end, while anything involving older properties, difficult access, or structural complications will cost more. Material choices also make a significant difference; opting for premium brands or higher-spec products can add 20-40% to the total. For larger jobs, a hairdresser in Richmond upon Thames might quote £295 to £740 for hair extensions (tape-in).
When getting quotes in Richmond upon Thames, aim for at least three from different qualified professionals. Ask each one to visit and assess the work in person rather than quoting over the phone. A good hairdresser will check the existing setup, identify any potential complications, and give you a detailed breakdown of costs. Be wary of quotes that seem significantly cheaper than others — they may be cutting corners on materials or not including everything in the price. Always check qualifications, insurance and recent reviews before hiring.
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