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Web Design & Development
Design and build websites for businesses
Startup Cost
£1500-5000
Recommended Structure
Sole Trader or Limited Company
Insurance Notes
Professional indemnity insurance essential (£100-300/month).
Best For
Technical skills, creative, problem-solving
Revenue Potential
£30,000-£80,000 annually (£1000-10000 per project)
Practical launch checklist
- Get web design/development skills (courses or self-taught)
- Get design and development tools
- Build portfolio website
- Create service packages
- Set up client contracts
- Get professional indemnity insurance
- Set up hosting and domain management
- Create design process documentation
Before you spend money
Use the estimates and examples on this site as planning prompts. Your costs, permissions, earnings and timetable will depend on your skills, location, suppliers, customers and business structure. Keep a simple record of assumptions, test them with prospective customers, and update the plan as you obtain quotes and approvals.