Ealing has long been known for its wide, tree-lined avenues of large Victorian and Edwardian houses, alongside plenty of smaller conversions and post-war housing further from the town centre. That range in property size and age means costs vary more here than a single “average price” would suggest. Here’s a realistic breakdown for budgeting.
These are guide prices — every property is different, and the only way to get an accurate number is a proper look at the job.
Cost by Room
Single room (bedroom, home office, small reception room): roughly £300–£600.
Living room or larger reception room: roughly £450–£950 — Ealing’s larger period reception rooms, particularly around the conservation areas near Ealing Common and Castlebar, often sit towards the top of this range because of ceiling height and room size.
Kitchen: roughly £400–£800.
Bathroom: roughly £300–£550.
Hallway and staircase: roughly £400–£900, with taller Victorian and Edwardian stairwells pushing towards the top end where access equipment is needed.
Cost by Property Type
One or two-bedroom flat, full interior repaint: typically £1,200–£2,200.
Three, four or five-bedroom Victorian or Edwardian house, full interior repaint: typically £2,500–£4,800, reflecting the larger rooms and higher ceilings common in Ealing’s older housing compared with a standard modern semi.
Full exterior repaint: typically £1,800–£4,000, depending on the property’s height and the condition of the existing brick, render, or stucco detailing often found on the borough’s larger period houses.
What Actually Moves the Price
- Property age and size. Ealing’s larger Victorian and Edwardian houses take genuinely longer to paint than a standard modern semi, simply due to room size and ceiling height.
- Conservation area considerations. Ealing has around 30 designated conservation areas, including Ealing Common, which can affect what’s permitted for significant exterior colour changes — routine repainting in a similar colour is usually unaffected, but it’s worth checking with the council before a major change on a period exterior.
- Preparation work. Filling cracks, sanding, and treating damp or staining all add time before painting starts.
- Number of coats. Covering a dark or patchy colour typically needs three coats rather than two.
- Original features. Cornicing, ceiling roses, and picture rails common in Ealing’s period properties take longer to work around neatly than a plain modern ceiling.
Getting an Accurate Quote
Because Ealing’s housing stock varies so much in size and age, the most reliable way to budget is a short visit or a clear set of photos rather than a generic price per square metre. If you’re planning a project anywhere in Ealing, get in touch for a free, no-obligation quote and we’ll give you a realistic number based on your actual property.
