Bexley’s housing is mostly a mix of inter-war semis, 1930s terraces, and post-war family homes, with pockets of older Victorian properties closer to the town centres. It’s a more consistent property mix than some London boroughs, which makes budgeting a little more predictable — but the details of any individual job still make a real difference to price. Here’s a realistic breakdown.
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 £400–£850.
Kitchen: roughly £400–£750.
Bathroom: roughly £280–£500.
Hallway and staircase: roughly £380–£800.
Cost by Property Type
One or two-bedroom flat, full interior repaint: typically £1,100–£2,000.
Three-bedroom semi or terrace, full interior repaint: typically £1,900–£3,500 — the most common property type across Bexley, so this is where most quotes fall.
Full exterior repaint (semi-detached house): typically £1,600–£3,200, depending on the number of storeys and the condition of the existing brick, render, or pebbledash — a number of Bexley’s 1930s semis have pebbledash or roughcast finishes, which take more prep and material than plain brick.
What Actually Moves the Price
- Preparation work. Filling cracks, sanding, and treating damp or staining all add time before painting starts.
- Render or pebbledash exteriors. These finishes need more paint per square metre and more prep than plain brick, so exterior quotes on these properties tend to sit higher in the range.
- Number of coats. Covering a dark or patchy colour typically needs three coats rather than two.
- Access. Multi-storey exteriors sometimes need towers or scaffolding.
- Woodwork. Skirting, doors, and staircase spindles are usually priced separately from wall painting.
Getting an Accurate Quote
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 Bexley — from a single room refresh to a full exterior repaint — get in touch for a free, no-obligation quote and we’ll give you a realistic number based on your actual property.
